Cheer Camp Head Coach - Lead & Inspire Campers

Wiz Kids Foundation; Flossmoor (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Wiz Kids Foundation is seeking a Cheer Coach for the Wiz Kids 2027 Camp in Homewood-Flossmoor. The role focuses on teaching cheer skills and leading daily activities while ensuring campers’ safety and enjoyment.

This position involves supervising groups of children and coordinating field trips as part of a supportive camp team. Qualified applicants will have cheerleading experience at HS/college levels, strong communication skills, CPR/First Aid or equivalent safety certifications, and a

Qualifications

• Cheerleading experience at high school or college level is required.
• Camp environment experience is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with campers, staff, and leadership.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and supervise groups of children in an active camp environment.
• Commitment to a safe, positive, inclusive environment for all campers.
• Experience developing drills, practices, games, or recreational activities for various ages.
• Previous summer camp, youth development, education, recreation, or childcare experience.
• CPR, First Aid, AED, or safety certification.
• Experience working with children of varying ages, abilities, and skill levels.

Responsibilities

• Teach fundamental cheer skills and lead more advanced drills and strategy.
• Supervise campers and guide daily activities including field trips.
• Develop and lead daily sport-specific drill components and games.
• Ensure camper welfare and address issues with camp leadership.
• Comply with child safety reporting requirements as applicable.
• Perform additional duties as contracted.

Skills

Cheerleading

Camp supervision

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Wiz Kids Foundation is seeking a Cheer Coach for the Wiz Kids 2027 Camp in Homewood-Flossmoor. The role focuses on teaching cheer skills and leading daily activities while ensuring campers’ safety and enjoyment.

This position involves supervising groups of children and coordinating field trips as part of a supportive camp team. Qualified applicants will have cheerleading experience at HS/college levels, strong communication skills, CPR/First Aid or equivalent safety certifications, and a