Position Definition: The Sports Instructor works under direct supervision of the Camp Director to achieve goals and objectives. Implementing an effective Sports program which allows campers to learn new skills, develop their motor and coordination skills, improve self-esteem, and exercise.
General Duties: 

• Assist with developing and implementing age-appropriate sports/games activities for all campers (ages 7-14).
• Lead groups through daily athletic programming (5-6 periods/day) including non-competitive, team-building activities in addition to competitive sports/games, with support of the counselors.
• Sports include: basketball, kickball, tennis, softball, football, and others.
• Assist with clean up, and appropriate storage/handling of all sports equipment.
• Assist with preparations and implementation of special activities such as the camp Olympics, basketball tournaments, and camp-wide activities.
• Ensure all sporting equipment is well maintained and packed up for storage at the end of camp season, take inventory of all sporting equipment at the end of the camp season.
• Teach campers new skills that are associated with physical fitness and sports.
• Teach campers about the importance of physical fitness and encourage them to make physical activity part of their daily routine.
• Encourage teamwork and participation from all campers; work with counselors to minimize negativity and encourage positive interactions among campers.

 Supervised By: Summer Play & Learn Camp Director
Note: The above is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.Seeking staff with these attributes: 

• Experience: Past experience might include being an educator, coach, camp counselor or performer. Experience with early childhood development is a plus.
• Communication: Outstanding communication skills which includes the ability to use clear, concise and positive language. Must stay professional in all aspects of interaction with campers, their families, peers, leadership team and the larger community. Communicate with the Camp Director with all comments, concerns, questions, or incidents. Abide by no cell phone policy.
• Leadership: Have leadership skills and are also team oriented with the goal to give campers a positive experience. Help guide Mayors Youth Employment staff to have a deeper understanding of leadership and counseling skills. Must be comfortable leading and assisting in structured classes. A willingness to learn and teach specific programs from our camp curriculum. Lead a variety of small and large group activities each week. Serve as a positive role model to campers.
• Supervision: A positive, outgoing, strong leader who loves being around children and helping them have fun. Enjoy working with children of different ages and backgrounds. Will exercise patience, understanding, and kindness when it comes to positive behavioral management. Group supervision of campers with attention to: behavior and group management, health, safety, security, and personal and skill development
• Other Skills: Promote and actively participate in all camper activities and projects. Staff must be safety-conscious. Contribute to team effort to set up, break down, and complete any cleaning necessary each camp day. Work as a team to guarantee that every camper has a positive experience. Ensure that the site is kept clean, organized, and free of litter. Know and understand ALL emergency procedures associated with the camp program and follow safety rules. Know, enforce, and follow all safety guidelines associated with the camp and all program areas. This includes but is not limited to being responsible for your campers' safety and their whereabouts at all times.

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older with a High School Diploma or GED.
• Available all six weeks, weekdays from 9 am to 3 pm June 24, 2024 to August 2, 2024
• Must have the ability to lead planned activities daily (curriculum, training, and resources will be provided)
• Administer basic First Aid if needed (training will be provided)
• Attend all training's prior to camp season- CPR, First Aid and Mandated Reporter

License or Certificate: Must be able to obtain or become certified in First Aid, CPR, and AED.
Training is provided.
Rate: $20 - $28
Hours: 8:30 am to 3:15 pm pm June 24, 2023 to August 2, 2024 Dept: P&RCandidate applications will be forwarded to the hiring manager one (1) week after the opening date. Applications will be reviewed based on a “first-come, first-serve” basis until the closing date.