VOLUNTEER TO BE A GREENSHIRT

VOLUNTEER!

Do you love working with kids and in the fine arts?! We are looking for energetic and responsible high school and college students to serve as camp counselors, or what we call “Greenshirts”. Greenshirts serve as an integral part of Arts Camp and help create lasting memories not only for the campers, but themselves as well! This is a great opportunity to volunteer to gain service hours, college application service or a resume building opportunity.

Greenshirts will arrive at 7:30am and leave at 3:30pm all days for both sessions. If a Greenshirt would like to stay until 4:30pm to help with aftercare that is welcomed.

Greenshirts will take two 30min breaks throughout the day in addition to lunch but must stay on the premises.

GREENSHIRT CAMP ROLES:

Group Leader: Works with 1-2 green shirts to lead a group of 10-15 campers through their schedules for the day. Group leaders should have these qualities:

  • Enthusiastic: Encouraging campers to try new things and make camp a positive fun place to be.

  • Responsible: Helping with campers needs, keeping safety in mind.

  • Focused: Able to remember that their job is to be helpful and facilitate camp running smoothly.

Classroom Assistant: Helps set up room in morning. Runs errands for teacher. Refills supplies when needed. Fill in as Leader when needed. Helps with lunch supervision and bathroom breaks. May be needed to take photos during class. 

Camp Photographer: Utilizes Wilson Center (or personal, if wanted) camera to take photos throughout the day of camp life. Stops in each classroom to get action and candid shots. Helps with supervision of lunch and breaks while also taking photos. 

Questions? Contact our Education Manager, at 262-373-5023 or email education@wilson-center.com

ARTS CAMP GREEN SHIRT VOLUNTEER AGREEMENT

As a volunteer at the Wilson Center’s Arts Camp: The Art of Nature…

  1. I agree to be reliable and punctual, notifying camp staff by calling (262-373-5023) if I am delayed or unable to keep my volunteer schedule.

  2. I agree to stay home if I am sick. (please follow school guidelines: 24 hrs for fever/flu, covid test if necessary) 

    I agree to set a positive example for campers by participating fully and enthusiastically in all exercises, encouraging campers to do their best, helping campers maintain focus on their activities and helping the instructors and camp staff when they need assistance.

  3. I agree to prioritize the safety of campers, staff and volunteers while using the space.

  4. I agree to give full attention to my volunteer assignments, including no cell phone use, social media or texting outside of designated break times. No posting pictures from camp or of campers on any form of social media.

  5. I agree to be a cooperative team player and seek help from an instructor or Wilson Center staff member if I need it.

  6.  I agree to model positive participation by abiding by the same camp policies that the campers agree to follow:

    • Dress appropriately by wearing my camp T-shirt every day.

    • Sneakers required—no sandals, crocs, or flip flops.

    • The elevator is off-limits.

    • No high-value jewelry or other items to camp.

    • No food, drink or gum in the sessions/studios.

    • Stay with the group at all times, including lunch.

  7. I agree to HAVE FUN and help the campers have a positive time!

I understand that if at anytime I am behaving in a manner unbecoming of a Green Shirt or am not able to follow the guidelines above I may be asked to not return as a volunteer in the future.                                                

THANK YOU FOR THE GENEROSITY OF YOUR TIME & TALENTS!