Sports Fitness Camp Counselor (ETS) | Temporary

Emory University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community dedicated to fostering a love for physical activity among children! As a counselor at a renowned sports fitness camp, you will lead engaging activities for kids aged 5-12, ensuring their safety and enjoyment. This role requires creativity and effective communication to manage diverse groups and promote teamwork. With a focus on developing life-long appreciation for fitness, you will be part of a legacy that has positively impacted thousands of children over the years. If you are passionate about sports and youth development, this is your chance to make a difference in a fun and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certification required by camp start.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in physical activities with children ages 5-12.
• Ensure safety regulations and emergency procedures are enforced.

Skills

Group Management

Communication Skills

Conflict Resolution

Physical Education

Childcare

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Description

The Emory Sports Fitness Camp (SFC) was founded in 1965 by members of the full-time teaching faculty in the Department of Physical Education. Their goal was to provide children with a fun and safe environment in which to foster a life-long appreciation for physical activity. Children today need physical activity more than ever! Thousands of children have benefitted from the program over the last 55+ years and former campers now bring their children to the camp. SFC hosts approximately 85 children each week ages 5-12.

Counselors are responsible for leading groups of children ages 5-12 throughout sport-specific activities during Emory Sports Fitness Camp. Counselors are expected to engage and participate with children and to provide leadership to the group. Counselors must demonstrate effective group management techniques and approach the position creatively to ensure learning, development, and fun for campers. Counselors must be able to enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures. Understanding appropriate guidance and discipline techniques for various ages may also be necessary during camp. Groups of children will be divided by age with two counselors per group.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and participate along with groups of campers in various physical activities in indoor and outdoor settings.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas is desired: physical or sports education, childcare, camp counseling, team building, experiential education, recreational activities, outdoor recreation, arts & crafts, and aquatics.
• Understanding of the demands of a multi-cultural environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with children, peers, and Camp Administration staff.
• Prioritize risk management in the activities and games that they lead.
• Willingness to utilize a variety of techniques in resolving conflict.
• Mandatory child abuse reporters (training will be provided).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age prior to the start of Emory Sports Fitness Camp.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• All staff must pass a background check prior to employment.
• At least one year of experience working with school-aged children or teens in a group setting is highly preferred.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certification is required by the start of camp (training will be provided if needed).

With your application, please answer the following questions in your cover letter/statement of intent:

1. Why have you applied to be an Emory Sports Fitness Camp Counselor?
2. This is a general sports fitness camp. What is your experience working in a sport setting or facilitating group activities?
3. Campers ages range from 5-12 years old. What do you hope to gain from working with this population?

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Training: May 28-30th from approximately 10AM-4PM.

Camp dates for 2025:

1. Week 1: June 2nd-6th
2. Week 2: June 9th-13th
3. Week 3: June 16th-20th (Juneteenth Observed)
4. Week 4: June 23rd-27th

Application Deadline:

Priority deadline: March 22, 2025. Applications will be considered through April 14, 2025.

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: [phone] (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.