Summer Dance & Cheer Camp Counselor

About the role

The Summer Camp Dance & Cheer Counselor is responsible for leading camp rotations in a specialized sport of cheer or dance for children aged six to twelve years old. They ensure a safe, clean, and engaging environment, provide age-appropriate instruction, adhere to department guidelines, and promote fun and skill development.

Responsibilities

• Organize campers for specialized cheer and dance performances, skills, and learning.
• Maintain sports areas by organizing equipment, wiping down surfaces, and ensuring proper storage after use.
• Safeguard campers by supervising them during sports activities and addressing safety concerns promptly.
• Plan and lead age-appropriate sports activities such as drills and games to foster skill development and fun.
• Greet parents and children warmly, encouraging 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 and offsite locations when applicable.
• 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 in camp events, programs, staff meetings, training sessions, and marketing efforts related to the camp.
• Organize and lead camp activities for campers ages three to fifteen, including drills, games, and competitions tailored to various skill levels.
• Teach specific cheer and dance fundamentals 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 addressing hazards promptly and enforcing safety guidelines.
• Provide constructive feedback to help campers improve their skills and confidence.
• Aid in the setup and cleanup of planned activities, ensuring all equipment is stored properly.

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 cheer or dance.
• Strong understanding of the fundamentals, techniques, and rules of the sport(s).
• CPR and first aid 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.

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.
• Competitive playing experience at the high school or collegiate level in cheer or dance.
• Strong understanding of the fundamentals, techniques, and rules of the sport(s).
• CPR and first aid 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.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Ability to arrive at work on time for all scheduled work shifts required.
• Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays required.
• Must be flexible, adaptable, and readily able to adjust to changes in work environment.
• Daily public contact.
• Necessary to deal with unpleasant or angry people with the need to problem solve difficult situations.
• Necessary to adapt to a frequently changing environment.
• Frequently required to climb or balance and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must occasionally sit for extended periods and regularly walk around the facility.
• Must occasionally talk and hear.
• Frequently move 10 pounds and often up to 50 pounds.

Other Compensation and Benefits

• Club Membership
• Competitive Compensation
• Discounts on club services and amenities
• Continuing Education
• Community Involvement
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance (offered to full-time associates)