What are the responsibilities and job description for the Soccer Instructor position at Everwood Day Camp?
Love soccer and working with kids? Turn your passion into the ultimate summer job as our Soccer Instructor! You’ll create and teach fun, age-appropriate curriculum for campers ages 4–15, leading drills and games that build skills, teamwork, and confidence on the field. You’ll run 35-minute activity periods for groups of around 15 campers, with the support of 1–3 counselors who assist while you take the lead. This role is ideal for a student, teacher, or soccer enthusiast with experience or interest in coaching, and you’ll receive guidance and feedback throughout the summer from our Athletic Director. Come join our dynamic and diverse team and spend your summer helping campers kick, pass, and score while making unforgettable memories!
This role runs through our 9 week summer program, from June 22nd to August 21st. Staff training on June 2nd, 4th, and 7th is also required, and adds an additional $200 to the base salary. Regular Camp hours are 8:30am-4:15pm, Monday to Friday. Specialist Instructors are also part of our arrivals and departure team.
DATES, HOURS, AND PAY
8:30am to 4:15pm (this includes a 30-minute break per day)
June 22nd to Aug 21st (9 wks, preferred) or Aug 14th (8 wks) and hours are guaranteed.
Monday to Friday each week except for July 3rd when we are closed.
Salary range is $4225 and up for 9 weeks of work.
Free Camper Tuition for up to 2 children of successful applicants (up to a $14,000 value)
Paid Staff Training (additional $200 total) Tuesday June 2nd 4:30-9pm, Thursday June 4th 4:30-8pm, and Sunday June 7th 9am-4:30pm. All training will have meals provided.
Extra income can be made (up to $1320), working as a Bus Counselor or Extended Day staff.
LOCATION
Sharon, Massachusetts - but with free bus transportation from all over MA! (Boston, Brookline, Somerville, Newton, Milton, Needham, Wellesley, Franklin, Walpole, and more!)
Housing is not included.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Everwood Day Camp is an outdoor focused summer camp featuring many physically demanding activities on land and water. Staff members are regularly required to walk, hike and otherwise move in woods, fields, beaches, and lakes. To perform the job, each staff member of Everwood Day Camp must be physically able to travel around a large rural environment (fields, woods, beach, etc.) over uneven ground on a regular basis. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer!
ESSENTIAL
High-energy, positive, and kid-focused personality
Excellent communication skills with children and adults
Ability to explain and demonstrate the fundamentals of soccer
Must have completed high school or equivalent by the summer
PREFERRED
Summer camp experience (either Day or Overnight Camp)
A background and education in childcare/education
A teacher or someone training to be a teacher (or equivalent)
ABOUT EVERWOOD DAY CAMP
At Everwood Day Camp, campers and staff grow together through unforgettable summers on 70 beautiful acres by Lake Massapoag. Campers explore sports, arts, adventure, and waterfront fun, while staff gain real leadership experience, build lifelong friendships, and make a lasting impact. It’s a place where everyone learns, plays, and creates memories that last a lifetime. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and affirming community for all members of our staff. As part of this commitment we offer affinity lunches throughout the summer, creating space for connection, support, and shared experiences.
Salary : $3,950 - $4,250