Summer Aquatics Camp Counselor

About the role

The Aquatics Summer Camp Counselor is responsible for leading specialized camps for children ages three to fourteen years old, focusing on water-related sports such as Mermaid camp, Shark Camp, Superhero camp, Sea Animal camp, Advanced swim camp, Deep-Sea STEAM camp, Jr. Lifeguard camp, and FUNdamental camp.

Responsibilities

• Organize campers for specialized instruction and games.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment by organizing equipment, wiping down surfaces, and ensuring proper storage of all equipment.
• Safely transfer campers to and from sports activities within the Club and offsite locations when applicable.
• Communicate with the Aquatics Director and parents regarding camper progress or any issues.
• Participate in camp events, programs, staff meetings, training sessions, and marketing efforts related to the camp.

Aquatics Oversight (if applicable)

• Organize and lead aquatics activities for campers ages three to twelve, including water safety drills and fun pool games.
• Teach swimming fundamentals and water safety skills, fostering confidence and skill improvement.
• Track and document camper attendance for aquatics activities and lessons.
• Enforce all pool rules and safety policies, ensuring a safe environment.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the aquatics center, ensuring equipment is stored properly.

Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year of experience working with children in a childcare, babysitting, camp, coaching, or instructional setting.
• Strong understanding of the fundamentals, techniques, and rules of the sport(s).
• Professional, friendly manner and excellent customer service attitude.
• Strong verbal communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Enthusiastic, responsible, and dependable team player.
• Self-motivated, takes initiative, and willing to acquire new skills.
• Well-organized and detail oriented.

Aquatics-Specific Qualifications (if applicable)

• Current Lifeguard/CPR/AED certification for adults, infants, and toddlers.
• Experience teaching swim lessons for all ages is helpful.
• Understanding of best practices in learn-to-swim techniques, competitive swim skills, and childhood development.

Other Job Functions

• Communicate timely and follow up as appropriate.
• Active participation in required events, programs, meetings, and trainings.
• Flexibility in work schedule, as job may require day and evening shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year of experience working with children in a childcare, babysitting, camp, coaching, or instructional setting.
• Strong understanding of the fundamentals, techniques, and rules of the sport(s).
• Professional, friendly manner and excellent customer service attitude.
• Strong verbal communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Enthusiastic, responsible, and dependable team player.
• Self-motivated, takes initiative, and willing to acquire new skills.
• Well-organized and detail oriented.

Aquatics-Specific Qualifications (if applicable)

• Current Lifeguard/CPR/AED certification for adults, infants, and toddlers.
• Experience teaching swim lessons for all ages is helpful.
• Understanding of best practices in learn-to-swim techniques, competitive swim skills, and childhood development.