Sports Instructor, Camp Kaleidoscope, Summer Day Camp

Greater Boston, Inc.; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic Camp Counselors to lead summer sports activities for children. This role offers an exciting opportunity to inspire young campers while fostering a fun and safe environment. As a Camp Counselor, you will engage with children in grades K - 8, guiding them through various sports and activities, and helping them build confidence and friendships. You'll be part of a vibrant team that values collaboration and joyfulness, making a meaningful impact on the lives of campers. If you love working with children and want to make a difference this summer, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

JCC Health & Fitness Center Access

Free Bus Service for Staff

Supportive Work Environment

Competitive Pay Rate

Qualifications

• High school degree preferred, college degree or equivalent experience in sports and games.
• 1+ season instructor experience with sports equipment and ensuring safety.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and well-being of campers during activities.
• Plan and implement engaging activities for children in grades K – 8.
• Create a fun and joyful dynamic while working with peers.

Skills

Group Management Skills

Flexibility

Positive Attitude

Safety Awareness

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Initiative

Education

High School Degree

College Degree in Relevant Field

Experience in Sports and Games Planning

Job description

Share your love of sports and games by leading summer sports activities for children entering grades K - 8. Camp Kaleidoscope, the JCC summer day camp in Newton, draws creative campers interested in the arts, science, and the outdoors. Camp Counselors and activity specialists guide campers in drama, art, science, sports, swimming, and much more as they develop and build self-confidence. The energy of the camp is lively, playful, and warm, as both campers and staff develop lifelong friendships. JCC Greater Boston offers free bus service for staff from Cambridge, Brookline, Framingham, Sudbury, and Wayland during the season, making it possible for staff to receive transportation from their home communities if needed. This 8-week camp program is June 23 - August 15. While we prefer candidates who are available all summer, we recognize that candidates may have other obligations and are happy to work with your schedule.

JCC Greater Boston is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston’s core values - Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation - which resonate with many who do not identify as Jewish.

Primary responsibilities include, and are not limited to:

• Ensure the safety and well-being of campers during activities
• Create a fun/joyful dynamic
• Work in partnership with peers and Camp Leadership to provide a happy, safe, and memorable summer for the children
• Lead or co-lead activities
• Prepare and manage supplies
• Plan and implement fun and engaging activities for children in grades K – 8
• Participate in and support supervision of the children during special events and large group activities

Standard staff expectations include and are not limited to:

• Actively create a welcoming dynamic that contributes to an environment where each individual is valued and respected
• Actively participate as an essential team member
• Support JCC Greater Boston’s mission, vision, and values of belonging, joyfulness, collaboration, and transformation, including through role modeling
• Enthusiastically represent the organization, model excellence and achievement
• Attend JCCGB meetings and trainings as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

JOB DETAILS: This is an hourly position with a daily schedule of 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday. Offering great perks, including JCC Health & Fitness center access, a supportive, vibrant in-person work environment, and a competitive starting pay rate of $18 per hour. The pay rate offered will ultimately be determined by relevant qualifications, experience, and JCC's internal equity.

Education and Experience:

• High school degree preferred
• College degree, concentration or equivalent experience planning and leading sports and games for children
• 1+ season (summer camp, semester, other) instructor experience working with a variety of sports equipment and facilities (gymnasium, various ball games) and ensuring safety of all involved
• Customer service experience preferred

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent group management skills
• Flexibility in plans and a positive attitude
• Enjoy working with children and a strong desire to make a difference every day
• Safety awareness and ability to communicate any issues and concerns with supervisors
• Exhibits leadership skills, including teamwork, patience, flexibility, and diplomacy
• Demonstrates a positive attitude at all times
• Commitment to build strong relationships with campers, co-workers, and camp leadership
• Self-starter who takes the initiative
• Ability to manage situations effectively and diplomatically and ask for help, guidance, or clarification when needed
• Must be able to work well with others, building/sustaining collaborative solid relationships

Physical Requirements:

• Able to work well in a busy, dynamic, and sometimes noisy environment involving multiple tasks and priorities.
• Able to lift and carry objects weighing 30-40 pounds (boxes of supplies, children’s backpacks, etc.)
• Able to sit and kneel; getting down at eye level with children regularly.

ADA Statement: Individuals must possess these criteria for knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation and using some other combination of skills and abilities.

JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability.