Musical Theater Director at Summer Camp

Camp North Star is hiring a musical director for the 2025 camp season

Camp North Star is a premier sleepaway camp in Poland Spring, Maine. We are looking to hire motivated, enthusiastic, and experienced staff for the 2025 camp season. Camp North Star puts on two musicals each summer. The compensation includes all living and food expenses. This position is ideal for college students, recent college graduates, and teachers.

We are seeking interns who have:

Prior experience working with children, preferably at a summer camp or theatre program.

Ability and experience to teach youth musical theatre.

Enthusiasm and motivation to be a positive role model for our campers.

Ability to work as part of a team with your fellow staff and alongside our leadership team.

Overview of Position -

Direct, including casting, staging, and rehearsals, two musicals throughout the course of the summer. During the program day (Monday through Friday) teach 1-hour activity periods. Musicals include all different ages and skill levels. Most staff also live in a cabin with 1 or 2 other counselors and help supervise a group of 8 - 10 campers.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

Communicate effectively with children and staff in all areas of the camp operation. Write and follow lesson plans for activities you are assigned to teach.

Work cooperatively as necessary with all other staff members in planning, implementation, and evaluation of activities.

Adhere to the rules, regulations, and expectations of the camp, with special emphasis on safety, health, and mutual respect.

Guide each individual camper in participation in their group and all camp activities. Assist campers in choosing and scheduling their weekly schedule.

Assist with all camp program activities and other camp-wide activities as assigned.

Actively supervise campers and engage in conversation with campers during meals.

Attend staff meetings regularly and relay information to other staff not present. Contribute as necessary.

Salary and Benefits

Camp North Star offers a generous stipend, room and board, professional development training, weekly laundry, and staff t-shirts.