Summer Camp - Assistant

For San Francisco Camps

• Location: Ghirardelli Square (851 Beach Street, San Francisco)
• Shifts: June 8 – August 28, 2026; Monday–Friday, 8:00/8:30 am – 3:30/4:00 pm
• Duration & Availability: Must be available at least 10 weeks (full summer availability is preferred); you will be assigned 6–8 weeks

For East Bay Camps

• Location: Albany Community Center and Piedmont Community Center
• Shifts: June 8 – August 7, 2026; Monday–Friday, 12:00 – 4:30/5:00 pm
• Duration & Availability: Must be available for full duration; you will be assigned 4–8 weeks

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Responsibilities 

Please let us know your preference in your application.

Assistant Program Educator Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Program Educator with camp flow, transitions, outdoor activities, STEAM projects, and family communication
• Set up and maintain activity centers (art center, build center, and game center)
• Escort and supervise campers during arrival time and transitions
• Lead daily icebreaker games and stretching activities during circle time
• Support cooking activities by leading an assigned team of campers (grouped by age)
• Assist with STEM projects and outdoor activities
• Manage center-based activities and quiet time
• Lead storytime and sharing circles
• Supervise up to 26 campers (with support as needed) while the Lead Educator takes a 30-minute break.
• Support camp transitions and maintain safety protocols
• Assist with student sign-in/out procedures
• Help explain and supervise camper jobs (dishwashing, drying, etc.)

Assistant Culinary Educator Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Culinary Educator all culinary instruction, kitchen prep, and kitchen cleanup activities
• Assist with mise en place for daily brunch and lunch preparation
• Support cooking activities by leading an assigned team of campers  (grouped by age)
• Escort campers between activities as needed
• Assist with kitchen setup and cleanup procedures
• Support food service during meals
• Prepare afternoon snacks and desserts
• Monitor and maintain kitchen safety standards
• Help supervise camper kitchen jobs
• Support dish washing and cleaning procedures
• Assist with kitchen inventory and organization

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Skills + Experience Required

• 1+ year experience working with children
• Comfort managing groups of children age 4-10 (up to 26 kids)
• Ability to guide and delegate to teenage counselors-in-training and interns
• Background in art, science, or early childhood education preferred
• Ability to lead group activities and maintain engagement
• Basic culinary knowledge and kitchen safety awareness
• Exposure to food preparation and kitchen operations
• Basic understanding of proper food handling and sanitation practices
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Google Workspace
• Must complete Live Scan background check (reimbursed)
• COVID-19 vaccination required

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You Are…

• A champion of our Code of Conduct: clear, honest, and kind in words and actions; a team player; adaptable; process-driven; and always growth-oriented.
• Passionate about working with kids, thriving in a high-energy, creative environment.
• Patient and compassionate, able to teach and guide with care.
• Extremely reliable—always punctual and ready to go.
• Mature and responsible, living the Artistas Values in every interaction.
• A problem solver who makes thoughtful decisions with kids, parents, and teammates.
• Detail-oriented and skilled at juggling multiple tasks without missing a beat.
• Calm, decisive, and willing to take initiative whenever needed.
• Excited about food, cooking, art, and education, and eager to share that excitement with others.

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Pay 

Starting at $22-$26 per hour, depending on role and experience.

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