Camp Swim Instructor

The Bay Club Company; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Club membership

Competitive compensation

Health insurance

Job summary

The Bay Club Company is seeking a Summer Camp Sports Instructor to lead specialized sports for children aged three to fifteen. Responsibilities include organizing sports rotations, supervising activities, and ensuring a safe environment.

Qualified candidates should have experience with children, competitive sports experience, and possess CPR certification. The role requires enthusiasm and strong communication skills, with the potential for a fulfilling summer experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience working with children in a childcare or instructional setting.
• Strong understanding of fundamentals, techniques, and rules of the sports.
• Enthusiastic, responsible, and dependable team player.

Responsibilities

• Lead specialized sports rotations for children ages three to fifteen.
• Plan and lead age-appropriate sports activities.
• Engage and supervise campers during activities.

Skills

Experience with children

CPR certification

Verbal communication

Conflict resolution

Education

Competitive playing experience in sport

Job description

Job Overview

Under the direction of the Family Programming Director, the Summer Camp Sports Instructor is responsible for leading camp rotations in one specialized sport—Tennis, Aquatics/Swimming, Pickleball, or Golf—for children ages three to fifteen. The Instructor ensures a safe, clean, and engaging environment, provides age‑appropriate instruction, adheres to department guidelines, and promotes fun and skill development within their area of expertise.

Primary Job Functions

• Organize campers ages three to fifteen for specialized sports rotations.
• Maintain safe, clean sports areas (organize equipment, wipe surfaces, store equipment).
• Supervise campers during activities, addressing safety concerns promptly.
• Plan and lead age‑appropriate sports activities such as drills, scrimmages, and games.
• Greet parents and children warmly; encourage participation.
• Engage campers during sessions, ensuring active participation.
• Safely transfer campers to and from activities within the Club.
• Arrive punctually for all scheduled activities; set up and store equipment properly.
• Represent the camp and club professionally through positive interactions, appropriate attire, and timely responses.
• Communicate with the Family Programming Director and parents regarding camper progress or issues.
• Participate in camp events, staff meetings, training sessions, and marketing efforts related to the camp.

Tennis Oversight (if applicable)

• Organize and lead tennis activities for campers ages three to twelve.
• Teach tennis fundamentals such as grip, strokes, footwork, and rules.
• Promote a positive learning environment encouraging skill development.
• Monitor safety on and around the courts, addressing hazards promptly.
• Provide constructive feedback.
• Assist with setup and cleanup of tennis activities.

Aquatics Oversight (if applicable)

• Organize and lead aquatics activities for campers ages three to twelve.
• Teach swimming fundamentals and water safety skills.
• Conduct swim evaluations and group placements.
• Track and document attendance.
• Enforce pool rules and safety policies.
• Monitor behavior and address safety concerns immediately.
• Assist with maintaining cleanliness and organization of the aquatics center.

Golf Oversight (if applicable)

• Organize and lead golf activities for campers ages six to fourteen.
• Teach golf fundamentals such as grip, stance, swing mechanics, and course etiquette.
• Monitor behavior during activities, promoting sportsmanship.
• Provide positive feedback to improve skills.
• Assist in maintaining cleanliness and organization of the golf area.

Pickleball Oversight (if applicable)

• Organize and lead pickleball activities for campers ages three to twelve.
• Teach pickleball fundamentals such as grip, paddle control, footwork, and rules.
• Encourage participation and foster teamwork.
• Monitor safety and enforce court policies.
• Assist in maintaining cleanliness and organization of the courts.

Other Job Functions

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

Qualifications

• Minimum one 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: Aquatics, Tennis, Pickleball, or Golf.
• Strong understanding of 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.

Aquatics‑Specific Qualifications (if applicable)

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

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Ability to arrive on time for all scheduled shifts; work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and ability to adjust to changes in the work environment.
• Daily public contact.
• Need to deal with unpleasant or angry people and problem‑solve difficult situations.
• Adapt to a frequently changing environment.
• Use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms.
• Climb or balance; sometimes stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Occasional sitting for extended periods and walking around the facility.
• Occasional speaking and hearing.
• Frequent movement of 10 pounds and ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds in an emergency.
• Specific vision abilities required (close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, focus).
• Mild to moderate noise environment.

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 (eligible starting at 25 average hours per week).

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Bay Club Company (“TBCC”) provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation and identity, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, accent, ability to speak English, age, disability, marital/familial status, source of income, veteran status, citizenship, political activity, medical condition, genetic information, persons with AIDS or AIDS‑related condition, or domestic violence victim status.