ArtSea, ArtSea Jr & ArtSea Mini Employment

Instructors (2 positions)

Have the opportunity to lead three different artistic programs in one summer: ArtSea (ages 13 - 17), ArtSea Jr (ages 9 - 12) and ArtSea Mini (ages 6 - 8). Weeks will alternate between programs. As an Artsea instructor you will help students focus on artistic techniques such as microscopic study and scientific illustration of phytoplankton; field observation and sketching of marine wildlife; watercolor painting of coastal landscapes; surf art; shell, beach glass and fossil collecting for jewelry; graphic block printing, sand casting, wood carving, metal sculpting, glass work and more. Students will gain inspiration from the marine environment through field trips to various locations and they will also have the opportunity to receive instruction from several local artists.

Student age 6 – 17 (dependent on which program is being taught)

Duties:

1. Provide “hands-on, feet-wet” instruction for campers age 6 - 17
2. Supervise campers on land and water (including on boats), in classroom, in the field, and during lunch
3. Provide first aid to campers
4. General clean up and maintenance of camp
5. Transport campers in 15-passenger vans safely
6. Maintain art equipment and supplies
7. Behavior management

Qualifications:

1. Must be at least 21 and have a valid driver’s license
2. Must be able to lead and participate in demanding outdoor learning experiences (rain or shine)
3. Must have strong oral communication skills to communicate effectively with campers, parents, and staff
4. Must demonstrate initiative and leadership qualities
5. Must have previous experience and desire to work with younger kids, pre-teens and teens
6. Must have previous knowledge about coastal geology and physical oceanography
7. Preference is for candidates who have already completed a bachelors degree in a field of study such as communications, film, art, etc. Minimum requirement is three years towards a bachelor’s degree in a field of study.
8. Must have previous experience working with different art media to help students develop a portfolio of marine inspired work.
9. Knowledge of local marine habitats, boating and kayaking experience are all a plus
10. CPR/First Aid is required (must be obtained by June 14, 2013)
11. Lifeguard Certification is required (must be obtained by June 14, 2013; MarineQuest typically organizes an American Red Cross class before staff training begins. Cost is approximately $250.00. If interested in this option, please contact Janie McAuliffe)

Terms of Employment:

1. June 16 through August 2, Monday through Friday (possible one week extension dependent on camp attendance)
2. Training during the week of June 9 through June 15
3. Average work week is 40 hours from 7:45am-4:15pm Monday-Thursday, and 7:45am-1:45pm Friday.
4. Pay rate starts at $8.50/hr, dependent on qualifications
5. Lunches provided while working
6. Employment is subject to a criminal and Homeland Security background check