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Camp Counselor – VCU Middle School Concert Band Camp

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Camp Counselor – VCU Middle School Concert Band Camp


Location:
922 Park Ave, Richmond, VA (VCU Campus)
Dates:
June 23–26, 2025
Hours:
8:00 AM – 5:30 PM daily
Compensation:
Salary commensurate with experience

Position Overview

The Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Middle School Concert Band Camp is seeking
enthusiastic and responsible Camp Counselors to support our 4-day summer camp program.
Counselors will play a vital role in music instruction, student supervision, and camp logistics.
This is a hands-on opportunity to work with young musicians and contribute to a fun,
educational, and safe camp environment.

Key Responsibilities

● Provide sectional and group instruction on all wind and percussion instruments
● Assist with the supervision and safety of middle school students throughout the camp
day
● Support meal times and daily transitions across campus
● Assist the Camp Director with administrative and logistical tasks
● Perform alongside students during the final Gala Concert
● Complete required VCU Tier II training modules as assigned by the Camp Supervisor

Qualifications

Required:

● Proficiency on a wind or percussion instrument
● Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
● Availability for all camp dates and hours

 ●Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a member of VCU

 

Preferred:

● Demonstrated experience working with middle school students
● Prior experience in music education or performance
● Familiarity with camp or school settings

Salary Range: Salary commensurate with experience

 

Position Details:

Department: Department of Music, School of the Arts
Employment Type: H1 - Hourly
Restricted Status: 
FTE: .70
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

 

Contact Information:

Contact Name: Arts HR

Contact Email: artshr@vcu.edu

Contact Phone: 804-828-3189