Art Camp Positions

Le Meraviglie Art seeks an experienced Camp Leader and Camp Counselors for camp for the summer 2025 season. 

Le Meraviglie is a studio based in Brooklyn Heights that offers a host of art and sensory based classes for toddlers and children. During the summer months, Le Meraviglie runs an Art Camp for children ages 5-11. A typical day at Le Meraviglie includes outdoor art activities, story time, workshops, group activities, and a cooking workshop on Fridays. Le Meraviglie introduces children to different artists and art forms, including drawing, painting, collage, music, dance, and more. Field trips to the park, outdoor adventures, and collaborative art projects add excitement and variety to each day.

Our camp schedule runs Monday through Friday, from late June 16 through September 5th. All camp staff will join for an orientation day in early June.

Hours: 8am - 6pm, with a paid 45 minute break

CAMP LEADER POSITION:

We are looking for an experienced Camp Leader with 1-2 years experience running a successful summer camp program. We will also consider candidates who have 3-5 years proven experience managing youth programs in school or community-based settings. The Camp Leader will work in partnership with the owner of Le Meraviglie to manage the overall operation of the camp including outreach/intake, programming, and scheduling, as well as supervising all counselors and campers. The Camp Leader will be responsible for managing the day-to-day camp schedule, which includes neighborhood outings, meals and snacks, open play time, and art and cooking classes. This individual will model the culture of camp at Le Meraviglie Art, creating a safe, friendly, and respectful environment for staff, our campers, and their families. 

Salary: $1300 - $1500 per week, based on experience. The Camp Leader will be paid as an independent contractor.

CAMP COUNSELOR POSITION:

The ideal Camp Counselor candidate will have 1 -2 years experience working as a counselor for a children’s summer camp program. We will also consider candidates that have professional experience working in classrooms or youth-based community settings. Counselors will be responsible for managing a small group of campers through our schedule and activities each camp day. This individual should be confident in their ability to manage behaviors and in fostering a joyful and respectful learning environment for young people. We are looking for someone who will take initiative in the studio space, and support campers and fellow staff members accordingly. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter who is eager to learn, and will communicate professionally with Le Meraviglie staff, campers, and families.

Salary: Approximately $20/hour, based on experience. Camp Counselors will be paid as independent contractors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Professional experience working with children ages 5-11 in a classroom, after-school, camp or community-based environment. 
• Ability to utilize classroom management strategies to manage behaviors
• Demonstrated interest in the field of education, art education, or child development preferred
• Outstanding communication skills
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently as needed
• Ability to problem-solve and think outside of the box
• Responsible and punctual team player 

Please email a cover letter and resume to [email protected].

03/15/2025