Summer Camp: Counselor-in-Training Programs for Teens

	CITs have the opportunity to help children of all ages create original works of art.

CITs have the opportunity to help children of all ages create original works of art.

We're seeking responsible teen volunteers ages 14 to 18 to become Counselors-in- Training (CITs) at the James A. Michener Art Museum's many on-site and off-site summer camps.

Volunteering at a Michener camp is a fun way to spend part of your summer and a great way to learn about art, education and art museums. You can also add valuable community service experience to your National Junior Honor Society, National Honor Society, resume and college applications.

CITs will work with Michener summer camp staff and will gain valuable experience working with children ages 3-13 in an arts classroom setting.

Who?

• Teens ages 14-18 with an interest in the arts and in working with young children.
• Hard-working students interested in being involved with the Michener Art Museum.
• Creative students who would like to have an important role in the Michener's summer camp program.
• Teens who are considering careers in the arts, arts education or museum studies.

What?

• CITs will attend a pre-camp staff meeting and orientation every spring.
• CITs at the Michener Art Museum will volunteer at least one week during Michener's summer camp season in a camp to be mutually decided between the CIT and Museum education staff.
• CITs will roll their sleeves up and work in the classrooms and museum with arts teachers.
• CITs will gain arts experience, learn about a variety of artists and art materials, and work side by side with young people as they work on a variety of projects and performances.
• CITs will assist teachers in the day-to-day classroom routines—including set-up, the camp session, clean-up and final program or exhibition.
• CITs may help occasionally with administrative tasks including making copies, checking attendance and gathering materials for lessons.
• CITs are Michener Art Museum ambassadors at all times.

When?

• During the summer of 2012! Specific dates of camp programs are on the 2012 CIT application.

Where?

• The Michener hosts several classes at the Museum. There are also many off-site programs. Please see specific locations on the 2012 CIT application.

Why?

• To earn valuable community service experience to your National Junior Honor Society, National Honor Society, resume and college applications.
• To learn more about art, education and museum life.
• To gain hands-on experience working with children.
• To work with experienced art professionals and museum educators.
• To make new friends!
• To have fun!

How?

• Download the 2012 CIT application [89K PDF].
  Deadline for all CIT applications is May 1. A program participation fee of $100.00 is payable on acceptance into the program.
• Complete the JAMAM 2012 CIT APPLICATION and mail to: Ruth Anderson, Assistant Curator of Education, James A. Michener Art Museum, 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA 18901. Selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.
• Please call 215-340-9800 ext. 126 or email randerson@michenerartmuseum.org for more information.

Thank you! This will be a great way to spend your summer!