Summer Camp Sports Instructor

Tenure

The Summer Camp Sports Instructor reports to the Family Programming Director and is responsible for leading camp rotations in one specialized sport—Tennis, Aquatics/Swimming, Pickleball, or Golf—for children ages three to fifteen years old. The Sports Instructor ensures a safe, clean, and engaging environment, provides age-appropriate instruction, adheres to departmental guidelines and standards, and promotes fun and skill development.

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Primary Job Functions

• Organize campers ages three to fifteen years old for specialized sports rotations.
• Maintain sports areas by organizing equipment, wiping down surfaces, and ensuring all equipment is properly stored after use.
• Supervise campers at all times during sports activities, addressing safety concerns promptly.
• Plan and lead age-appropriate sports activities such as drills, scrimmages, and games to foster skill development and fun.
• Greet parents and children warmly; encourage camper participation with enthusiasm.
• Engage with campers during sports sessions, ensuring all children are actively participating, with extra attention to those needing guidance.
• Safely transfer campers to and from sports activities within the Club.
• Arrive punctually for all scheduled activities and ensure all equipment is set up and stored correctly before and after use.
• Represent the camp and club professionally through positive interactions, appropriate attire, and timely responses.
• Communicate with the Family Programming Director and parents in a timely and professional manner regarding camper progress or any issues.
• Participate actively in camp events, programs, staff meetings, training sessions, and marketing efforts related to the camp.

Tennis Oversight

• Organize and lead tennis camp activities for campers ages three to twelve, including drills, games, and mini tournaments tailored to various skill levels.
• Teach tennis fundamentals such as grip, strokes, footwork, and rules in an engaging, age-appropriate manner.
• Promote a positive learning environment encouraging skill development, teamwork, and enjoyment of the sport.
• Monitor camper safety on and around the courts, addressing hazards promptly and enforcing safety guidelines.
• Provide constructive feedback to help campers improve their skills and confidence.
• Assist with the setup and cleanup of tennis activities, ensuring all equipment is stored properly.

Aquatics Oversight

• Organize and lead aquatics activities for campers ages three to twelve, including swim lessons, water safety drills, and fun pool games.
• Teach swimming fundamentals and water safety skills, fostering confidence and skill improvement.

• Golf Oversight

  • Organize and lead golf activities for campers ages six to fourteen, including skill-building exercises, games, and fun challenges tailored to different age groups and abilities.
  • Teach golf fundamentals such as grip, stance, swing mechanics, and course etiquette in an engaging, age-appropriate manner.
  • Aid in maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the golf area, ensuring all equipment is properly stored.

  Pickleball Oversight

  • Organize and lead pickleball activities for campers ages three to twelve, including drills, games, and fun competitions tailored to different skill levels.
  • Teach pickleball fundamentals such as grip, paddle control, footwork, and rules in an engaging, age-appropriate manner.

  • Qualifications

    • Minimum one (1) year of experience working with children in a childcare, babysitting, camp, coaching, or instructional setting.
    • Competitive playing experience at the high school or collegiate level in one or more of the following sports: Aquatics, Tennis, Pickleball, or Golf.
    • Strong understanding of the fundamentals, techniques, and rules of the sport(s).
    • CPR certification required.
    • 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.
    • (If applicable) Current Lifeguard/CPR/AED certification for adults, infants, and toddlers.
    • (If applicable) Experience teaching swim lessons for all ages.
    • (If applicable) 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.

    Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

    • Frequent public contact.
    • Frequent dealing with unpleasant or angry people.
    • Frequent need to adapt to a frequently changing environment.
    • Frequent use of hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
    • Frequent climbing or balancing.
    • Frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
    • Frequent sitting for extended periods.
    • Frequent walking around the facility.
    • Frequent talking and hearing.
    • Frequent moving 10 pounds and in the event of an emergency lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.
    • Frequent close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
    • Frequent noise level in the work environment.

    Compensation and Benefits

    • Competitive Compensation.
    • Club Membership.
    • Discounts on club services and amenities.
    • Continuing Education.
    • Community Involvement.
    • Paid Time Off.
    • Health Insurance (offered to full-time associates starting at 25 average hours of work per week).