Summer Camp Specialist (Summer/Seasonal/Temporary)

About the Opportunity:

Are you a PE Teacher hoping to help young minds develop a passion for exercise this summer? Or maybe a dance teacher who loves to help children experience the joy of rhythm? An artist looking to share the beauty of creating your own masterpieces, perhaps? The JCC Indianapolis is seeking a Specialist to join our summer camp team to be responsible for creating engaging and educational experiences through Art, Music, Dance, or Physical Fitness. Note that this position requires a commitment for the entire season of June 1st– July 24th (plus orientation).

What you’ll be doing:

• Create and implement lessons plans weekly that provide instruction, develop, and deliver activities that are safe, fun, and appropriate to the campers' age and abilities
• Collaborate with camp counselors and specialist counselors
• Plan and execute Special Theme Days for all of camp
• Assist in planning other camp activities as needed with leadership team

What you bring to the table:

• Minimum 1-2 years work-related experience preferred, specifically in the field of physical activity
• Must be at least 16 years of age
• CPR/First Aid certification required
• Familiarity with swim instruction or willingness to learn
• Solid understanding of Jewish customs or traditions or the willingness to learn

• Proven ability to use good judgement in all situations

What we offer:

• Pay rate of $14-15/hour (depending upon experience)
• Dates: Orientation takes place in May, Camp runs 6/1/2026 – 7/24/2026
• Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 AM-6 PM
• Free JCC membership which includes access to a state-of-the art fitness facility, and water park
• Great work environment on 42 acres of beautiful, wooded grounds
• The opportunity to do mission-driven work and create ‘happy campers’ every day

Additional Information:

The work environment is fast-paced and requires high mobility, standing, walking (sometimes on uneven terrain), bending, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling (to be eye-level with a child). Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds. Must have the visual, auditory and verbal ability to observe campers and counselors and respond to appropriately and effectively in the event of an emergency.