Title: Summer Camp Student Ambassador

Application Deadline:

May 24th, 2024

Working Dates: 

  • Summer Camp Wk 1: June 17 – 21

  • Summer Camp Wk 2: June 24 – 28

  • Summer Camp Wk 3: July 1 – 5 

  • Summer Camp Wk 4: July 8 – 12 

  • Summer Camp Wk 5: July 15 – 19 

  • Summer Camp Wk 6: July 22 – 26 

  • Summer Camp Wk 7: July 29 – August 2

  • Summer Camp Wk 8: August 5 – 9

  • Summer Camp Wk 9: August 12 – 16 

Working Hours: 

Monday - Friday 8:30-3:00 PM

Mandatory Orientation:

Either May 30th from 3-5pm or June 1st from 9-11am. Date TBD by May 17th.

Purpose: 

The purpose of the Summer Camp Class Ambassador role is to empower youth to become agents of change in their community by guiding younger artists in the classroom. We encourage youth to become Ambassadors who enjoy working with younger children and have an interest in education through the arts. Our focus is to enhance their leadership and communication skills, support the classroom instructor, and serve as a role model for younger students while supporting their projects and classroom management.

Role Description: 

  • Work collaboratively with the Program Director, Instructor, HS Intern, and junior assistant

  • Promote a positive, caring, and responsible classroom culture

  • Inspire students to actively participate in projects, conversations, and other activities, etc

  • Ensure students cooperate within classroom guidelines

  • Liaise between students and staff

  • Observe project instructions and assist students

  • Ensure management is aware of all incidents or behavior concerns.

  • Lead color/ journaling time

  • Assist in guiding students in cleanup and parent pickup prep time

  • Help keep students in line & organized for pickup

  • Be the “follow”’ on outdoor walks to the trailhead or park. You are the last person on the “rope” and ensure that all children are in front of you and staying connected

  • Model responsible play time and outside rules for activities

Qualifications: 

Preferred- 

Interest in youth leadership, the arts, and an understanding of classroom expectations

Required- 

Reliable transportation to and from River Arts/ Offsite class locations

Currently participates in Middle School grade levels. (Must be at least 10 years old to apply)

*Students of diverse backgrounds and identities, such as people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, English Language Learners, students from low-income backgrounds, and students from rural and urban communities, are encouraged to apply

Working Conditions: 

  • Reports to Jr Assistant

  • Must have the ability to stand and sit for extended periods of time, bend and stoop, lift a minimum of 20 lbs, grasp and complete repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

  • Must pass a background check

  • Tobacco, drugs, and alcohol are prohibited during working hours

Pay Range: 

  • Exempt/ Volunteer/ Work Study Program

  • Earn free classes/ camps for hours volunteered

Dress code: 

  • River Arts T-shirts and pants, shorts, and skorts (tennis skirts) are allowed.  Please wear comfortable clothing for art and play Sheer or revealing clothing, strapless dresses, garments with visible stains or holes, or shorts shorter than fingertip length are not permitted 

  • Sneakers or tennis shoes are recommended, but not mandated. Flip-flips or thong sandals are not permitted