Track Head Coach

Wiz Kids Foundation; Rich Township (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Wiz Kids Foundation in Illinois is seeking a Summer Camp Track Head Coach to lead the track program for campers in grades 1 through 8, overseeing daily skill development and curriculum delivery.

You will work with junior staff, create drills, ensure safety, and communicate equipment needs to camp leadership. Compensation starts at $25 per hour with seasonal benefits and opportunities for future seasons.

Qualifications

• Prior track related head coaching experience at elementary or high school level.
• Coaching certification in track or advanced degree in Sports Administration preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with campers, staff and leadership.
• Ability to lead, motivate and supervise groups of children in a camp.
• Commitment to a safe, positive, inclusive and engaging environment for all campers.
• Experience developing age-appropriate drills, practices, games or activities.
• Previous summer camp or youth development experience.
• CPR, First Aid, AED or safety certification.
• Experience working with children of varying ages, abilities and skill levels.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day implementation of the track program and curriculum.
• Teach fundamental skills and advanced strategy as primary instructor.
• Lead track sessions for campers from grades 1 through 8.
• Work with junior group staff (Associates) and supervise daily skill sessions.
• Develop and lead daily sport-specific drills.
• Communicate equipment and facility needs to camp leadership.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with staff and ensure campers' welfare.

Skills

Track coaching

Communication

Leadership

Safety certification

Youth engagement

Drills planning

Child supervision

Education

Coaching certification

Advanced degree in Sports Administration

Tools

CPR/First Aid/AED

Job description

Position Description and Candidate Specifications for

Summer Camp Track Head Coach

Camp Description, Locations, Website

• Wiz Kids Sports Camps are seasonal youth sports camps that offer athletic and academic enrichment to participants.
• http://www.wizkidscamps.com

Job Title

Track Coach

Qualifications

• Prior track related head coaching experience at the elementary or high school level.
• Coaching certification in the sport of track or an advanced degree in Sports Administration is highly preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage with campers, staff, and leadership.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and supervise groups of children in an active camp environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining a safe, positive, inclusive, and engaging environment for all campers.
• Experience developing or facilitating age-appropriate drills, practices, games, or recreational activities.
• Previous summer camp, youth development, education, recreation, or childcare experience.
• CPR, First Aid, AED, or other applicable safety certification.
• Experience working with children of varying ages, abilities, and skill levels.

Position Responsibilities

• The Track Head Coach is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day implementation of the track program and curriculum. Coaches serve as the primary instructors for teaching fundamental skills as well as more advanced strategy.
• Coaches should be passionate about their sport and love working with young athletes ranging from grades 1st through 8th.
• The Track Head Coach will work alongside junior group staff members (also called Associates).
• Will serve as one of the group heads and is responsible for execution of daily skill development sessions.
• Develop and lead daily sport-specific drills.
• Communicate equipment and facility needs to camp leadership staff.
• Create and maintain collaborative relationships with other staff members.
• Ensure the welfare of campers and positive resolution of camper related issues by communicating clearly and consistently with camp leadership staff.
• Arrange in-camp competition programming for campers grades 1 to 8 against competing programs.
• Willingness to comply with Suspected Child Abuse Reporting (Subsection (a)(6) of 325 ILCS 5-4).
• Additional duties as contracted.

Camp Hours

Monday to Thursday from 10:30-4:30pm and Friday from 8:30-4:30pm - this is subject to change dependent on camper enrollment and grade class sizes.

*Please note these are the tentative dates for the Operation of the Wiz Kids 2027 Camp Season.

Compensation

Starting at $25/hr

Why Coach With Wiz Kids?

As a Wiz Kids Coach, you'll have the opportunity to turn your passion for sports into meaningful leadership experience while helping campers develop confidence, teamwork, sportsmanship, and athletic skills. You'll strengthen your coaching, communication, group-management, and leadership abilities while taking ownership of your program. Coaches who successfully complete the season may also be eligible for recommendation letter support and future return opportunities, along with receiving Wiz Kids gear for the summer!