Youth Ultimate Frisbee Coach

Chicago Union; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicago Union is seeking energetic staff to direct and supervise campers in a high-energy, inclusive summer program. You will engage K-8th grade participants with a focus on safety, teamwork, and fun, using our established curriculum.

The role requires youth leadership, clear communication with players, parents, and coordinators, and a positive, proactive attitude. Transportation is required, and a commitment to a safe, supportive environment is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Able to interact with all age levels.
• Experience with K-8th grade children preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership experience (staff management a plus).
• Camp experience is a bonus, though not required.

Responsibilities

• Direct, supervise, and organize participants within activities and throughout the program.
• Apply energy and fun in working with participants through communication and relationship development.
• Ensure participants are always properly supervised and follow safety guidelines.
• Develop and implement activities using the program curriculum and participants' interests.
• Maintain high health and safety standards for participants and staff.
• Provide feedback to parents as needed for a successful experience.
• Be a role model in attitude, behavior, and camp procedures.

Skills

Ultimate frisbee experience

Positive communication

Leadership experience

Role modeling

Job description

• Have experience playing ultimate frisbee recreationally or competitively and have a passion for the game.
• Are knowledgeable about the skills and tactics of ultimate or the ability to learn them quickly
• Can communicate with players, parents, and program coordinators in a positive manner.
• Have good character and act as a positive role model.

This Is The Perfect Job If You

• Have experience playing ultimate frisbee recreationally or competitively and have a passion for the game.
• Are knowledgeable about the skills and tactics of ultimate or the ability to learn them quickly
• Can communicate with players, parents, and program coordinators in a positive manner.
• Have good character and act as a positive role model.

Description

• Direct, supervise, and organize participants within activities and throughout the program in order to meet the intended camper outcomes.
• Apply energy and fun in working with participants through communication, relationship development, respect for diversity, involvement, and empowerment of youth.
• Ensure participants are always properly supervised.
• Be aware of and implement safety guidelines.
• Develop and implement activities for participants within the program’s guidelines.
• Use our foundation curriculum to provide a progression of activities within the framework of individual and group interests and abilities.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety in all activities for participants and staff.
• Be alert to participants and staff needs and assist them with personal and/or health problems; discuss with Youth Director when appropriate.
• Be alert to equipment and facilities to ensure utilization, proper care, and maintenance is adhered to; report repairs needed promptly to Youth Director.
• Be a role model to participants and staff in your attitude and behavior.
• Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures.
• Set a good example for participants and others regarding general camp procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, and sportsmanship.
• Represent the program when interacting with parents or community members.
• Provide parents appropriate feedback and information as needed for their participants to have a successful experience.
• Follow safety and security protocols when participants are in public while presenting a positive image of the program.

Additional Responsibilities

• Dedicate time for team logistics with the Youth Director and key departments (e.g. Marketing, Operations, Corporate Partnerships, Community Relations).
• Assign players to groups, assess their ability to work on different skills, and offer regular feedback to continuously improve performance.
• Ensure that all necessary forms are in place before a child enters any program, including up-to-date registration packets, waivers, fees, etc.
• Monitor the daily camp enrollment and maintain accurate attendance records for staff and campers.
• Notify parents/ guardians of children about session dates, theme days, and schedule changes well in advance; remain accessible to parents throughout the season.
• Maintain and enforce all safety rules and policies; recognize, prevent, and correct safety hazards; monitor the health and safety of all campers and staff.
• Ensure that all program equipment and supplies are ordered, available, and properly maintained during the summer
• Act as a key player in problem solving staff/camper issues and parental concerns; be able to identify camper behavior issues and respond with corrective steps

Transportation required.

Qualifications: (Minimum Education and Experience)

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Able to interact with all age levels.
• Experience working with K-8th grade children preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership experience (staff management experience a plus).
• Camp experience is a bonus, though not required.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.