Camp Songleader

Mission Statement

• Perlman Camp exists to provide children with a safe, fun and enriching summer camp experience in a Jewish environment.

Desired Qualifications:

• Prior work or educational experience in song leading (experience in camp setting a plus)
• Experienced song leader with knowledge of English and Hebrew songs
• Ability to play guitar
• Prior camp or youth work experience preferred
• Ability and presence to lead large groups of children and adults in song
• Ability to accept guidance and supervision
• Availability for entire camp season (June 11th-August 18th)

General Responsibility

• To direct and run camp’s music program (as listed below)

Specific Responsibilities

• Be available for pre-camp conversation and pre-camp planning. 
• Participate in Leadership and Staff training.
• Bring an enthusiasm for Jewish music and music education to the camp community.
• Provide musical support and accompaniment for pluralistic Shabbat services (Friday night, Saturday morning, and Havdalah).
• Assist in music aspects of evening activities, campfires, performances and all-camp special events.
• Lead song sessions throughout the week and on Shabbat.
• Integrate new songs and ideas into camp program; teach English and Hebrew songs to campers.
• Create lesson plans for all music hobbies and bunk activities; and teach hobbies and bunk activities throughout the summer.
• Be a positive, contributing member of the Perlman staff
• This is not meant to be a complete list of the responsibilities, additional responsibilities as given by supervisors or listed elsewhere in the staff manual also pertain.