Education Camp Assistant

The Anchorage Museum is a place of ideas, creativity, and connection-committed to people, place, planet, and potential. Each summer, our Education team brings learning to life through hands-on camps that explore art, culture, history, and science. We are currently recruiting for Seasonal, Part-Time Education Camp Assistants to support our summer camp programs for youth ages 7-12. This role is an essential part of the Museum's educational mission, helping to create safe, welcoming, and engaging environments where campers can explore, play, and grow. About the Role Education Camp Assistants support the daily operations and successful delivery of Anchorage Museum summer camps. Working alongside Museum educators, Camp Assistants help supervise campers, prepare and lead activities, and ensure each camper has a positive, enriching experience. This is a seasonal, part-time position and may include non-standard hours related to camp schedules, before-care, and after-care support. What You'll Do Support daily summer camp operations, including camper check-in and check-out Supervise campers during before-care and after-care programs Assist with preparing, organizing, and distributing materials for camp activities Engage campers (ages 7-12) in hands-on learning experiences related to art, science, culture, and history Co-lead activities for three-day camps under the guidance of Museum educators Help facilitate structured lessons, group activities, outdoor time, and transitions Maintain clean, organized, and well-supplied classroom and activity spaces Encourage curiosity, creativity, collaboration, and positive behavior among campers Monitor camper safety and respond thoughtfully to camper needs Support Education Department projects and programs as needed Interact professionally and warmly with families during drop-off and pick-up Who We're Looking For We welcome diverse backgrounds, experiences, and paths into this work. This role is a great fit for people who bring strengths such as: Experience working with children or youth in camps, classrooms, childcare, or informal learning environments Enthusiasm for hands-on, curiosity-driven learning Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills Patience, empathy, and positive behavior-guidance skills with children ages 7-12 Comfort supporting or leading group activities and learning experiences Reliability and responsibility when supervising children Ability to stay organized, prepare materials, and maintain learning spaces Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced, changing environment Creativity, initiative, and a willingness to learn Interest in museums, education, youth development, or community-based learning Comfort interacting with families and supporting daily camp logistics