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Assistant Camp Leader
part-time•Atlanta
About this role
Woodruff Arts Center employees play an integral role in creating and supporting great art and education initiatives at the nation’s third largest arts center. Comprised of three Art Partners—Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and High Museum of Art—there’s a role for everyone at The Woodruff.
Reports to:
Director, Public EngagementFLSA:
United States of America (Exempt)Employment Status:
Temporary/Part timeSummary:
Learning and Civic Engagement
The High Museum of Art’s Learning and Civic Engagement Department connects people with art and ideas to inspire better civic life. We activate the Museum’s collections and exhibitions with inclusive learning opportunities, and we collaborate to share creative practices alongside art and artists. Our work cultivates growth through inquiry and strengthens people’s connections with themselves, one another, and the wider world.
Summer Camp
The High Museum Summer Art Camp is a hands-on art day camp for children in rising kindergarten through rising eighth grade. Eight different week-long topics are available during the summer months providing age-appropriate art exploration and creation. Each week, more than 80 campers participate, with up to 15 dedicated camp staff implementing and supporting the program.
This Role
The Assistant Camp Leader supports the summer camp program in collaboration with the Camp Leader and the Associate Manager of Public Engagement. The ideal candidate will have outstanding organizational skills, a friendly and energetic demeanor, and will demonstrate a passion for working with people of all ages and from diverse backgrounds. The Assistant Camp Leader is responsible for aiding camp staff in all aspects of camp, including overseeing supplies, workshop management and upkeep, camper supervision, substituting, and administrative tasks when applicable. Additionally, the Assistant Camp Leader oversees aftercare each day along with the aftercare assistant.
The Assistant Camper Leader aids the Camp Leader in leading these efforts, with responsibilities including but not limited to:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
Workshops and Supplies (40%)
Oversee all supplies and inventory for camp, in collaboration with the Camp Leader.
Provides direct assistance with campers in workshops, during lunches/snack times, and in galleries as needed.
Assists with daily, weekly, and summer-long set-up, maintenance, and clean-up of camp spaces and supplies.
Instructors and Staff (30%)
Relieve and assist staff as needed for breaks, emergencies, tardies/absences, and when extra help is needed.
Remain visible and accessible to staff, campers, and caregivers.
Check in daily with all camp staff for any needs or issues.
Act as a substitute when needed.
Aftercare and Camper Needs (30%)
Assists with daily pick-up; ensure that all campers are delivered safely and accurately from workshop to caregiver.
Communicate with all pertinent staff and camper needs, issues, and concerns to Camp Leader and Assistant Director, Public Engagement in a timely manner.
Responsible for assisting with classroom clean-up and end of day routine.
Responsible for picking up all aftercare students and moving them to aftercare classroom.
Run check-out, according to High Museum guidelines, as caregivers arrive for aftercare carpool.
Ensure all campers are picked up safely and by authorized caregivers.
Implement activities such as coloring, reading, games, and movies during aftercare hours.
Other duties may be assigned.
Work Schedule:
Trainings 2026
May 27, 28, 29; 10 am – 3pm (Mandatory)
Summer Camp 2026
Monday – Friday 10 am to 6 pm, for the following dates:
June 1 – 5
June 8 - 12
June 15 – 19
June 22 - 26
June 29 – July 3
July 6 – 10
July 13 – 17
July 20 – 24
July 27 – 31
Additional dates may be scheduled for prep, set-up, and clean-up.
Qualifications:
High school graduate; current undergraduate studies in visual art and/or education preferred.
Previous experience working with children required, 1-2 years working in youth camp or class environment preferred.
Demonstrated experience teaching or working administratively within camps, youth classes, and/or out-of-school programming for children
Demonstrated experience in customer service
What you'll do
- The Assistant Camp Leader supports the summer camp program by overseeing supplies, managing workshops, and supervising campers. They also assist with aftercare and ensure the safety and well-being of all campers.
About The Woodruff Arts Center
The Woodruff Arts Center in Atlanta, GA is one of the largest arts centers in the world, home to the Tony Award-winning Alliance Theatre, the Grammy Award-winning Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO) and the High Museum of Art, the leading art museum in the Southeast.
One of the only arts venues in the United States to offer both visual and performing arts on a single campus, the Woodruff Arts Center produces outstanding theatre, music, and exhibitions for nearly one million patrons each year. Through the combined efforts of the Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, and High Museum of Art, the Woodruff Arts Center offers remarkable educational programming, with approximately 200,000 students taking part annually, making us the largest arts educator in Georgia.
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