Theater Assistant, Camp Kaleidoscope, Summer Day Camp job opportunity at JCC Greater Boston.

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JCC Greater Boston Theater Assistant, Camp Kaleidoscope, Summer Day Camp
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Make a difference. Be a role model. Have fun! Do you love working with kids and bringing joy to their day? Are you looking to be part of a theater team that puts on two fully-staged musical theater productions this summer? JCC Greater Boston is looking for enthusiastic, caring, and responsible Theater Assistants to join our Theater team this summer working with campers grades 4-8. JCC Greater Boston offers free bus service for staff from Cambridge, Brookline, Jamaica Plain, West Roxbury, Wayland, Framingham, Natick, Needham, Newton and Wellesley during the summer season.   Theater Assistants assist the Theater team in putting on two fully-staged musicals. They help with auditions, rehearsals, sets, props and costumes, as well as support the Theater team and Camp Counselors in fostering a safe and supportive environment for the campers. Theater Assistants will partner with the Theater team to build strong group dynamics and create unforgettable summer experiences. What you will do each day: Each morning, you’ll welcome your campers with energy and enthusiasm, helping them feel excited for what’s ahead. Mornings are dedicated to preparing for the musical, whether it be auditions, rehearsals, choreography or set design. Lunch brings laughter, songs, and silly moments, and you’ll be right there helping campers feel included and connected. Throughout the day, you’ll help as needed behind the scenes preparing for the musicals. By the end of the day, you’ll leave camp tired but smiling, knowing you’ve helped kids create joyful memories. Why work with us? At our camps, the best part of the day is simple: the campers. Our staff say their favorite moments are playing games, cheering campers on at swim, creating art together, and bonding over shared interests. Staff describe camp as fun, dynamic, and inclusive. Here, you’ll gain leadership skills, make lasting friendships, and create unforgettable experiences – for campers and yourself.     JCC Greater Boston is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston’s core values - Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation - which resonate with many who do not identify as Jewish. This is what our Camp Counselors say are the best parts of working at JCC Camps: Bonding with the campers The activities Free swim Leadership opportunities Making close friends with co-counselors Primary responsibilities include, and are not limited to: Ensure the safety and well-being of campers in structured and unstructured time  Create a fun, joyful and inclusive group dynamic   Work in partnership with co-counselors and camp leadership to deliver a happy, safe, and memorable experience Assist with set-up and clean-up of activities and spaces as needed Support campers’ social and emotional development throughout the day Standard staff expectations include and are not limited to: Actively create a welcoming dynamic that contributes to an environment where each individual is valued and respected Actively participate as an essential team member Support JCC Greater Boston’s mission, vision, and values of belonging, joyfulness, collaboration, and transformation, including through role modeling Enthusiastically representing the organization, model excellence and achievement Attend JCCGB meetings and trainings as assigned Other duties as assigned 10 skills you gain while working at camp: Negotiation and conflict resolution skills Ability to "think on your feet" Social/emotional knowledge Problem-solving techniques Project management skills Leadership skills Collaboration experience Flexibility This is a great chance to join JCC Greater Boston's respected and valued, people-orientated workplace of diverse community services providers, which is rapidly growing!  JOB DETAILS: This is an hourly position with a daily schedule of 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday. Offering great perks, including JCC Health & Fitness center access, a supportive, vibrant in-person work environment, and a competitive starting pay rate of $15 per hour. The pay rate offered will ultimately be determined by relevant qualifications, experience, and JCC's internal equity. This 8 week camp program is June 22 - August 21, including staff training. While we prefer candidates who are available all summer, we recognize that candidates may have other obligations and are happy to work with your schedule. About JCC Greater Boston Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive, diverse community by nurturing meaningful, lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connections, learning, and experiences for the Jewish community and friends. JCC Greater Boston staff enjoy working in an innovative, friendly, and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are appreciated. In our recent employee survey, staff rated their direct management and organizational alignment experiences close to 90% positive. If you want to upgrade your working experience and have a better work-life balance, we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team! The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values: Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation, which we hope resonate with all. To learn more about what makes JCC Greater Boston a wonderful place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.bostonjcc.org/careers/ JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment, we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups. Education and Experience: 10th grade (or equivalent) and eligible for work permit  1+ season (summer camp, semester, babysitting, coaching, other) experience working with children   Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the JCC’s discretion to meet minimum criteria.   Skills and Abilities: Genuine enjoyment of working with children and helping them grow Strong safety awareness and communication skills Leadership qualities including patience, flexibility, teamwork, and creativity Positive attitude and ability to build meaningful relationships with campers and peers Proactive problem-solving and willingness to ask for guidance when needed Self-starter who takes initiative Must be able to work well with others, building/sustaining collaborative solid relationships Ability to manage situations effectively and diplomatically and ask for help, guidance, or clarification when needed Commitment to build strong relationships with campers, co-workers, and camp leadership   Ability to interface with digital tools and mobile apps (enter hours worked into Paylocity, note camper attendance on digital attendance forms, etc.) Physical Requirements:   Able to work well in a busy, dynamic, and sometimes noisy environment involving multiple tasks and priorities. Able to lift and carry objects weighing 30-40 pounds (boxes of supplies, children’s backpacks, etc. Able to sit and kneel; getting down at eye level with children regularly.  Ability to swim and supervise children in pool (able to stand in pool). Ability to work in variety of weather conditions for extended periods of time in case of rain, heat, humidity, cold, or other environmental factors to ensure the supervision and safety of campers in our care at all times.   ADA Statement: Individuals must possess these criteria for knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation and using some other combination of skills and abilities.

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