Maine Arts Camp, www.maineartscamp.com, is an overnight camp for children ages 8-16, located on the campus of Unity College, www.unity.edu, in Unity, Maine. The camp season for staff runs from July 4 – August 5, 2012. They are seeking staff interested in living and caring for campers for the month of July. They offer over 60 activities, including a wide variety in the arts (painting, drawing, pottery, hand building, metal jewelry, stained glass, sculpture, and more). Besides the arts, activities include music, theater, photography, dance, gardening, culinary arts, videography, individual sports and much more.
The photography counselor position is a combination of leading/assisting in film photography classes, working as a dorm counselor (living with the campers 24/7), and helping out wherever needed.
Maine Arts Camp is very much a camp, with camp songs, camp fires, friendships, and developing an inclusive camp community. With a limited enrollment of 115 campers, they have a small and dedicated staff, interested in working with kids/teens and helping them gain skills and grow.
If you are looking to live and work with children in a small community, geared for bright and creative kids, feel free to fill out a staff application at www.maineartscamp.com. Salary for the 4+ weeks is $1700-$2000,including room and board. For further information, contact Rick Mades, camp director, at 561-865-4330 or rick@maineartscamp.com.