Summer Art Camp Lead Instructor

2026 Summer Art Camp Lead Instructor

The Elmhurst Art Museum seeks teaching artists or art educators for seasonal, part-time instruction in our exciting youth camps for ages 5-12 year olds. This is a terrific opportunity for dynamic, high-energy applicants with experience in education, visual art, or museum work. This position is contract-based with an hourly rate of $22/hr.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in visual arts, art education, museum education, or related field preferred; individuals in the process of completing their degree in a related field will be considered.
• Prior experience working with children in formal or informal educational settings
• Knowledge of multiple 2-D and 3-D art mediums and general studio practices
• Ability to lead, collaborate with, and give direction to an assistant instructor
• A prompt, professional, and collaborative manner
• Availability on all of the following dates:
• Monday - Fridays, June 1 - August 7 from 8:30am-3:30pm
• No camp on June 19 or July 3
• Planning, preparation, and team staff meeting before June 1, date TBD.
• CPR and First Aid Certification preferred
• Background check prior to the start of the contract are required.

Duties:

• Develop a mixed media visual arts curriculum for children ages 5-12.
• Collaborate with Manager of Education to complete supply requests and curriculum forms aligned with pre-determined deadlines and budget.
• Facilitate and execute weeklong hands-on instruction, engaging campers with fun and creative projects through a variety of media
• Supervise campers and maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive environment at camp
• Direct and guide assistant instructor to execute art and other camp activities
• Prepare and organize art materials
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom
• Display a positive and respectful attitude while acting as a role model
• Interact with campers and adults in a professional and courteous manner
• Communicate effectively and show integrity as a museum representative
• Follow procedures and expectations as outlined by the Manager of Education
• Other duties as assigned

Application:

Email the following materials to by April 26.

• A paragraph of introduction describing your interest in the role and relevant experience
• Resume
• Two references
• One example of a lesson plan that you have designed, including photos of the project students create during the lesson

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid training

Work Location: In person