We are seeking Arts Instructors for Durham Arts Council (DAC) School Break Camps that coincide with the DPS traditional and year-round calendars for ages 5-12. Optional opportunities for subbing are also available. Camp instructor positions are independent contract positions that pay $27/hour. 

In each session, campers will explore the camp theme through visual and performing arts activities. Campers will be divided into groups of 15, and groups will typically rotate between each teacher throughout each day of the session. Supplies are provided by the DAC. Arts Camp Instructors design their own curriculum and prep all activities.

Job Requirements:

·         3+ years experience as an arts educator or teaching artist

·         3+ years teaching youth ages 5-12

·         Bachelor’s degree

Job Preferences:

·         3+ years experience as an arts educator with youth ages 5-12

·         Ability to teach visual arts as well as some performance-based curriculum

·         Bachelor of Fine Arts or arts related teaching degree

Applicants must be available from 7:45am – 3:15pm for the main camp day and/or from 3pm-5:30pm for extended-day Afternoon Adventures on dates they are scheduled. 

·         September 21 – 25 (M-F)                            

·         September 28 – October 2 (M-F)

·         October 5 – 9 (M-F) 

·         November 23 – 25 (M-W)

·         December 28 – 31 (M-Th)

·         January 19 (Tues)

·        March 22 – 26 (M-F)