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University of North Florida MOCA Summer Camp Art Instructor in Jacksonville, Florida
MOCA Jacksonville is looking for Summer Camp Art Instructors to implement and support MOCAs annual Summer Camp @MOCA. The instructor will lead sessions of camp at the Museum for children ages 6-14. Summer Camp offers weekly sessions from June 1 - 26 and July 6- 31, 2026. Instructors will attend a mandatory training session in May 2026. Job responsibilities:
Report to the Camp Director for all guidance and oversight
Develop and teach a creative and engaging curriculum for the provided MOCA camp topics
Submit written lesson plans and supply lists within budget by the departments deadline
Teach a weekly class to a group of 18 students ranging in age from 6 to 14
Ensure that activities are effectively and safely implemented following risk management protocol
Demonstrate effective problem-solving skills, patience, and flexibility
Oversee behavioral plans and manage discipline issues with students
Work with volunteers in camp classes to prep supplies and implement classroom management procedures
Maintain a positive and enthusiastic attitude with staff, parents, and campers
Set up, break down, and clean the classroom on a weekly basis
Maintain health and safety guidelines in compliance with current museum protocols
Other responsibilities as requested:
Ensure the safety of all students with basic First Aid Training
Ensure the safety of the museum collection by following all policies and procedures
Cannot be a current UNF student for this position type.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a variety of art-making skills, including drawing, painting, ceramics, and sculpture;
Experience in the arts;
Experience with children with Special Needs;
Currently has a Professional Educator Certificate, or is pursuing certification.
Proficiency in a foreign language is desirable: Spanish or Sign Language preferred
Required Qualifications
Candidates must have a college degree. Preferably a Bachelors in Education, Art, Art History or a related discipline. Minimum 1 year experience working with children in an educational setting; Effective written and oral communication skills; Ability to enforce museum-specific etiquette with students; Be able to work collaboratively with all constituent groups, including students, teachers, museum staff and visitors; Must have a flexible schedule that will allow for some fluctuation on a weekly basis.
Statement(s) of Understanding
This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.
The holder of this position is designated as a Responsible Employee pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the Universitys Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator
Equal Opportunity
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