Gym Specialist

WAKEMAN BOYS & GIRLS CLUB; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Wakeman Boys & Girls Club in Bridgeport, CT is seeking a part-time Gym Specialist for our Summer Day Camp. The role focuses on planning, leading, and supervising physical education and recreational activities for campers in a fun, safe, and engaging environment.

It emphasizes fitness, teamwork, and positive sportsmanship through structured games, gym sessions, and skill-building activities. The specialist will develop a curriculum for eight weeks for groups ranging from K-8th grade, in one

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior.
• Experience working with youth in grades K-8.
• Knowledge of youth development strategies.
• Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, and facilitate program-specific activities.
• Implement education program objectives through a formal curriculum.
• Provide supervision and act as role models to club members.
• Monitor programs to ensure member safety.
• Attend staff meetings and follow procedures.
• Build relationships with members to increase participation.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Youth motivation

Behavior management

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Job description

TITLE: Gym Specialist

DEPARTMENT: Smilow- Burroughs After-School CREP

REPORTS TO: Senior Program Director

EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATION: Part-time

RATE OF PAY: $20 - $22 hour.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Gym Specialist is responsible for planning, leading, and supervising a variety of physical
education and recreational activities for campers in a fun, safe, and engaging environment. This role
focuses on promoting physical fitness, teamwork, and positive sportsmanship through structured
games, gym sessions, and skill‑building activities. The specialist ensures all equipment is used safely,
adapts activities for different age groups and abilities, and maintains an inclusive, energetic
atmosphere. Additional responsibilities include supporting overall camp operations, assisting with
behavior management, and collaborating with other staff to create a memorable camp experience.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Wakeman Boys & Girls Club is looking for energetic and responsible employees who have a
passion for working with children to join our organization in our Summer Day Camp. The Gym
Specialist is responsible for developing a curriculum for 8 weeks for groups ranging from K-8th
grade. A specialist will be in one program area: art, gym. Outdoor sports, game room, learning
center, or studio. Hours are generally 3pm-6pm.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

• Develop, plan, and facilitate program specific activities.
• Implement education program objectives through a developed formal curriculum.
• Provide supervision, guidance, and act as role models to club members.
• Monitor programs, services and activities to ensure the safety of all members.
• Flexibility when changes need to be made and dealing with a variety of situations.
• Helping maintain cleanliness and order of classrooms and the building.
• Attend staff meetings and follow procedures.
• Develop relationships with members to ensure trust and confidence in them, to recruit
  them to participate in programs and increase membership participation.
• Staff must wear proper uniform including Wakeman Staff shirt, walkie and name tag.
• This position requires standing for long periods of time.
• This position may require lifting items up to 50lbs.

ADDITIONAL REPSONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure a team-based work environment by communicating effectively and positively
  with supervisors, co-workers, volunteers and other community partners.
• Make recommendations regarding member's needs, program ideas, and facility
  needs.
• May be asked to participate in special programs and or events. These events may be
  scheduled at times when the Club is not open.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Directors.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Boys & Girls Club or youth organization experience preferred.
• Experience working with youth grades K-8th.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior.
• Knowledge of youth development strategies.
• Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth.
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
• Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of
employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a
comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of
employees assigned to this job.
Job Type: Part-time/Seasonal

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday