Job & Internship Opportunities

Job Description: Summer Camp Assistant

Reports to: Director of Education and Community Engagement

Position Summary
Hunterdon Art Museum is seeking a Summer Camp Assistant to work from June 2nd through August 20th, 2025
(off July 4th). The Summer Camp Assistant will work closely with the Museum’s Director of Education and
Education Coordinator to help manage and facilitate summer art camps. This is a great job for a college student
or recent graduate.

Work Schedule
Hours before/after camp is in session are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hours when camp is in session are
Mondays, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Tuesdays – Fridays, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or when clean-up is finished.
Hours may vary depending on the needs of the Education Department’s staff.

Responsibilities

• Assisting HAM’s education staff to ensure that all facets of summer art camp run smoothly
• Overseeing a volunteer staff and ensuring that they are fulfilling tasks needed for the efficient operation of the camp
each day
• Supervising campers ages 5 – 15
• Acting as a liaison between the Education Department, art faculty, and volunteer staff
• Overseeing secure and safe check-in/out of campers each day
• Participating in all areas of camp: this could include working closely with teachers, instructing campers,
speaking with families/guardians, maintaining studios, clerical work, setting up and taking down equipment,
including tables and chairs
• Preparing and moving materials such as art supplies
• Assisting with other HAM programs and tasks as needed

Qualifications
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Google Drive, and the ability to learn new databases is required
• An interest in art, education, and working with students, ages 5 – 15
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Be a hands-on team player willing to pitch in
• Represent the Museum in a positive way to the public

Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Some standing, walking, bending, frequent use of hands, stooping and light lifting (at least 25 pounds) is
needed
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but can at times become loud
• Camp sessions are held outside under tents, except in extreme weather conditions

Job Type: Full-time, temporary, non-exempt position
Pay: $15.50/hr

To apply for this position, please submit by March 1st:
• Resume
• Letter of Introduction

To: Donna de Ville, Director of Education and Community Engagement 7 Lower Center St., Clinton, NJ 08809
[email protected]

To inquire about other HAM teaching opportunities, please contact Donna de Ville at 908.735.8415 x119 or by
email.

Hunterdon Art Museum (HAM) seeks to recruit and employ outstanding staff and instructors who will support
and enhance our mission. In accordance with that goal, final candidates must successfully complete a
background check prior to being employed. Background checks, which may include verification of employment
history, Social Security number, and a criminal records search, are normally completed before an offer of
employment is made. HAM will keep confidential all information gathered in background checks and will use the
information solely for the purpose of establishing suitability for employment in a particular position.

The Hunterdon Art Museum provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Description: Teaching Artists and Art Historians

Reports to: Director of Education and Community Engagement

Position Summary
The Hunterdon Art Museum is seeking experienced teaching artists who will bring creativity, great
teaching skills, and a positive attitude to our education program for adults and kids. We employ
outstanding staff and instructors who will support and enhance our mission. Resumes are accepted on
an ongoing basis, but we are looking to hire several new teachers for the fall term, starting Sept. 9th.

Work Schedule
Days, evenings, and weekend positions are available.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Education Coordinator and Director of Education and Community Engagement to create
new, exciting studio art classes as well as art appreciation classes.
• Create a positive, welcoming, inclusive atmosphere in the classroom.
• Be creative in your approach to teaching.
• Responsible for setting up and cleaning up your classroom/space as well as maintaining the studio
organization system.
• Create lesson plans, materials lists, and program descriptions.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent teaching skills in one or more of the following mediums and/or processes: drawing, painting,
sculpting, printmaking, jewelry design, fiber arts, collage, and art history. Other arts-related areas
considered.
•Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to work independently
•Must be a team player, friendly, and have the ability to work with students with varying skill levels.

We are particularly seeking instructors who have experience working with older adults/seniors.

Job Type: Part-time
Salary: $32.00 per hour, plus an incremental raise for each student above 6.
• Teaching Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Education: Art-related Degree (Preferred)

Work Location: HAM and sometimes at community organizations and schools offsite.

To apply for this position, please submit a resume and letter of introduction to:

Donna de Ville, Director of Education and Community Engagement
7 Lower Center St., Clinton, NJ 08809

[email protected]

 

Applications are accepted year-round, and by Jan. 5th for winter/spring terms
Hunterdon Art Museum (HAM) seeks to recruit and employ outstanding staff and instructors who will
support and enhance our mission. In accordance with that goal, final candidates must successfully
complete a background check prior to being employed. Background checks, which may include
verification of employment history, Social Security number, and a criminal records search, are normally
completed before an offer of employment is made. HAM will keep confidential all information gathered
in background checks and will use the information solely for the purpose of establishing suitability for
employment in a particular position.

The Hunterdon Art Museum provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Dear Camp Volunteer Candidate,

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the Hunterdon Art Museum. HAM Summer Camp Volunteers are a key ingredient of our summer art program in a number of important ways that range from offering encouragement and support to younger children to specific activities such as daily clean-up. The role of a Camp Volunteer is challenging and requires an individual who is responsible, dependable, and self-motivated. We are looking for volunteers to act as studio assistants and staff liaisons; therefore, your application and correspondence must come from you, the potential Volunteer. HAM Camp Volunteers must be capable of being responsible for and working with children as well as acting as a positive role model. Please note that applications are due by the end of the day, May 20, 2025.

In order to learn about you and your specific talents and skills, please complete the following forms and email them to [email protected] or send by mail to Hunterdon Art Museum, 7 Lower Center St, Clinton, NJ 08809, Attn: Amy L. Brown

1. HAM Camp Volunteer Application
2. HAM Camp Volunteer Contact Information *
3. HAM Summer 2025 Camp Schedule*
4. (2) HAM Camp Volunteer Reference Forms

*If you were a HAM Camp Volunteer (formerly called HAM Helpers) last year, please just complete the contact information and schedule forms.

Applicants who best fit the requirements of the program will be contacted for an orientation and informed of their eligibility as a HAM helper as soon as possible.

If you would like more information before applying, please email [email protected]. Thank you for your consideration and your efforts to participate in the HAM Camp Volunteer program.

The Hunterdon Art Museum provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.