Seasonal Camp Coach

Skilz for Kids; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

A children’s camp organization in San Antonio is seeking a KidStrong Seasonal Day Camp Coach to lead activities focused on brain, physical, and character development. The ideal candidate should have a passion for working with children, coaching experience, and be comfortable handling various responsibilities to ensure a fun and safe environment. This role requires working during school breaks and engaging with both kids and parents.

Qualifications

• Passion for working with children is non-negotiable.
• Prior experience coaching students within the appropriate age is preferred.
• Intermediate knowledge of physiology and exercise technique.

Responsibilities

• Manage groups of 22 children and ensure well-being.
• Complete trainings through LearnUpon.
• Ensure cleanliness of the center and equipment.

Skills

Coaching children

Effective communication

Self-motivated

Physically fit

Education

CPR certification

Job description

KidStrong Seasonal Day Camp Coach

KidStrong Alamo Ranch is rapidly growing and we're looking for talented, enthusiastic professionals who are passionate, energetic, and excited to engage with parents and kids and make an impact on their lives.

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THE ROLE & SCHEDULE

• We are looking for a camp coach with an athletic or coaching background who ideally has experience in day camps or coaching kids ages 4 - 9
• KidStrong Camp Coach would focus on coaching children on brain, physical and character development that stems from a designed camp curriculum
• Ideal candidate must also be comfortable speaking to parents/guardians regarding any incidents that take place during camp
• Camps typically run when school is out, from 8:30am - 3:30pm.
• Camp coaches would work 3-5 camp days in the week.
• Additional opportunity to increase scheduled hours through private party coaching hours & KidStrong Class coaching - will require additional training.

COACH RESPONSIBILITIES

• Camp sizes of up to 22 children, ages ranging from 4 - 9.
• Must be able to ensure camp both start and end on schedule and follow appropriate pace of
  curriculum
• Greet students as well as parent(s)/guardian(s) as they arrive to camp
• Maintain dynamic, fun, motivational and professional demeanor when leading camp
• Demonstrate and manage the implementation of various exercises
• Keep an accurate record of attendance at all times
• Ensure cleanliness of the center including the lobby, bathrooms, and blue floors - this includes
  taking out the trash, sweeping and mopping, wiping down equipment, and sanitizing the mat at
  the end of a shift
• Effectively use the KS Coach’s App to record class data and provide records of data for parents
  attendance, awards, etc.
• Communicate professionally with co-workers in Slack, our company messaging system, including
  periodic checks of messages when not in centers
• Complete trainings through LearnUpon as required by the HQ Training and Certification team
• Must be able to work in a physically intensive environment - coaches may cover multiple miles in
  a shift moving through camp, lift and repeatedly move equipment up to 25 pounds in weight.
• Must be comfortable working "hands-on" with kids to ensure proper technique and ensure student
  safety.
• Attend additional mandatory staff meetings as required by KidStrong Head Coach and General Manager
• Supervision, safety, and program implementation for campers while ensuring the well-being of all
  children

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Passion for working with children is non-negotiable!
• Prior experience coaching students within the appropriate KidStrong age is preferred
• Intermediate knowledge of physiology, exercise technique, and body mechanics is preferred
• CPR certified
• Positive, motivating and effective interpersonal communication skills
• Self-starter who just gets a job done
• If you enjoy the spotlight, this position was meant for you!