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Overview: The Frost Valley YMCA is seeking a Fine Arts & Character Education Director in Claryville.

This position provides strategic leadership for the development, expansion, and sustainability of Frost Valley YMCAs Arts & Character Initiative. This role is focused on building internal and external partnerships that strengthen arts, nature-based, and character education programming while ensuring these experiences are deeply integrated across camp, community, and year-round programs. The Director collaborates closely with all program departments, as well as artists, educators, schools, and community partners, to design and deliver high-quality arts and character-based experiences grounded in the core values of compassion, perseverance, and responsibility.

Responsibilities: Direct Instruction & Program Leadership Develop and sustain external partnerships with regional arts, cultural, and education organizations to co-create programs, host events, and expand access to high-quality arts and character experiences for campers, staff, and the broader community Plan and lead arts and character classes, workshops, and experiential learning sessions for campers and participant Serve as a lead facilitator for pilot programs, camp-wide arts initiatives, murals, ensemble performances, reflection circles, and camper-led workshops Model high-quality facilitation, inclusive teaching practices, and effective group management during live programs Support the implementation of Frost Valley YMCAs Strategic Plan by aligning Arts & Character programming, partnerships, and staff training efforts with organizational goals and long-term priorities Train seasonal and year-round staff to confidently lead arts and character activities through workshops, demonstrations, and side-by-side coaching Build and support a network of adjunct staff and volunteers to enhance arts-based program quality and creativity Teach staff how to facilitate fine arts projects, nature-based creative experiences, and character discussions Develop and deliver staff training modules focused on lesson structure, facilitation skills, reflection practices, and character integration Develop and refine written Arts & Character curriculum Create clear lesson plans, facilitation guides, and reflection prompts to support staff success Collaborate with program leaders to schedule, support, and scale arts and character programming across Frost Valley Collect and analyze feedback from campers, families, and staff using observation tools, reflection journals, and surveys Contribute to end-of-season reviews, program summaries, and impact documentation Lead or co-lead family showcases, exhibitions, and celebrations of camper work Participate in community-facing workshops and events as appropriate Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements: Reference Check lift up to 30 pds Experience leading classes or group instruction with youth Demonstrated ability to train, coach, and mentor staff Background in multiple fine arts, creative programming, nature-based learning, or experiential education Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills

Skills required to perform the job: Reliable Detail Oriented Motivated Personable

Shift, Salary and Benefits: This is a full-time position, Mon - Fri, and some weekends, First Shift, $65,000 to $72,000 yearly, Benefits include Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, Holidays, and 401K/Retirement. Work Location & Schedule: This position operates on a hybrid schedule. With being at Frost Valley two to three days a week including some weekends. starts in April.

Apply: by emailing hr@frostvalley.org and apply online at https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/3882987