Summer Music Camp Assistant

• →Assist with the preparation, organization and successful execution of the Music & Gospel Arts Camp, Junior Conservatory, and Senior Conservatory programs.
• →Assist in all set-up and teardowns of camp, both at Echo Grove Camp and at the Great Lakes Divisional Headquarters.
• →Organizing and filing music.
• →Teach or assist in music classes, including band, choir, music theory, and other relevant areas.
• →Support daily camp operations by moving between classes and helping transport musical equipment as needed.
• →Contribute to a positive, Christ-centered camp atmosphere that nurtures musical growth and spiritual development.
• →Will perform all duties of a cabin counselor as needed and if assigned which include:

• →Responsible for welcoming, settling, and safety of campers for each session
• →Ensure campers are aware of personal cleanliness, appropriately dressed for the weather and take precautions in dealing with sun and insect protection
• →Be an example of encouragement and respect at all times
• →Take note of all announcements
• →Assist in teaching activities as needed
• →Be sure each camper is getting proper rest.  Encourage a rest time for tired campers.  Encourage promptness throughout the day, including lights-out time
• →Lead the cabin group on dining hall procedures, cabin cleanliness, group activities and nightly devotions
• →Serve as spotters at lakefront as needed
• →Plan activities for the cabin group on rainy days unless otherwise programmed
• →On each camp closing day, check out cabin group
• →Sanitize showers and bathrooms daily, sanitize dorm area after each session, ensuring safe storage of all cleaning supplies
• →Complete appropriate daily reports each day, share with the Program Director, or local leaders, any concerns for follow-up after camp      

• →Perform duties as assigned by the Music Department.

• Skilled musician with strong proficiency in one or more areas of either band, choir, brass, percussion, piano, etc.
• Ability to work effectively with children and young adults in both group and individual settings.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 is a plus
• Willingness to learn new software as needed

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