Multi-Sport Program Leader - Washington D.C.: 2025-3508

At Headfirst, we design fun, intentional, and transformational camp experiences where every camper feels seen, known, and celebrated. Growth doesn’t happen by accident—it happens by design. Through thoughtfully planned activities and trained staff, we create what we call Headfirst Moments when a camper tries something new, pushes through fear, and realizes, “I can do it.”

The Multi-Sport Program Leader will oversee, support, and coach a team of counselors as they lead campers in pre-written curriculum centered court-based and field-based sports, as well as trying new games and competing in friendly inter-camp tournaments. We provide the training, curriculum & daily camp schedules along with all equipment for a successful camp day but need you to organize the program and bring camp to life with your enthusiasm, dedication and un-matched energy.

Camper ages 5-12 years old

Activities include field & court sports including basketball, soccer, floor hockey, flag football; PE-style games consisting of hungry hippos and capture the flag; mental agility and mindset; tournament competitions; team spirit activities

Schedule

In-season (late June through mid August) 730 am - 345 pm Monday - Friday

Pre-season (early June) select weekends for training and site preparation

Compensation $19.00 / hour

Bring Camp to Life

Content expert on all sports, games, challenges, and tournaments involved in our most active curriculum. Expertise on all offered sports is not required, but you are not afraid to dive in and learn new things.

Prepare a team of 6 to 20 counselors to implement pre-written curriculum to groups of up to 180 campers

Lead morning and afternoon program meetings for all campers, building excitement as campers earn points to win the weekly team competition, enforce active supervision and Headfirst policies your staff team, and lead by example in hands-on teaching of the program content

Prepare and review materials bins for upcoming weekly themes, distributing materials to the appropriate areas to ensure games are easily carried out by your counselor team

Act as the first responder to any camper behavior management situations and support individual campers and counselors in implementing next steps towards positive behavior growth

Execute morning and afternoon carpool as a key player, welcoming each family to camp by name with top notch Headfirst-level energy and coordinated carpool procedures

Nurture Physical, Social & Emotional Safety

Work directly with campers to support them in their emotional, physical, and social development through hands-on exploration and coach your counselor team in growing their camper management skills

Communicate Proactively

Anticipate curricular, facility, or schedule issues before they occur and proactively create solutions to run a smooth program

Act as the bridge from camp to parents, communicating campers’ successes, celebrations, and growth, through the Site Director or other Leadership Team members

Be an Active Member of the Camp Team

Arrive on time, communicate schedule changes promptly, be a loyal and consistent team member who shows up for the campers and your team

Work directly alongside your site director and counselors to group campers and create the best experience possible

Coach your team of counselors, providing specific feedback and skill development opportunities

Represent Headfirst for Families & Facility Partners

• Represent the Headfirst brand daily to families at carpool and to school facility partners throughout the summer by being enthusiastic, hands-on, helpful, and in uniform
• Actively participate in our efforts to take care of our camp facility and lead your team to do the same
• Handle the Curveballs
• Practice resiliency and arrive with a “How Can I Help?” mentality that puts camper experience and team success at the forefront through problem solving and trying new things
  

Must be at least 20 years old with at least (2) years at an undergraduate institution or equivalent professional experience.

• Experience
• Majors in education and sports management viewed favorably.
• Must be able to
• Work around small children including, sitting, standing, running, and climbing stairs for the full day.
• Work in hot and outdoor environments while actively supervising campers and participating in dynamic activities for extended periods of time.
• Lift and carry up to 30 pounds occasionally.
• Committed to adhering to the Cell-Phone Free policy, powering down and putting away cell phones in a locked pouch for the duration of your shift.
• Required Certification
• First Aid & CPR Certification, or the ability to complete these prior to May 30.
  

Headfirst Summer Camps is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusivity across our Headfirst community, and we strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups and those who might need reasonable accommodation to apply.

Headfirst delivers thoughtfully designed, high-quality summer and youth experiences built to elevate potential and exceed expectations. For over 25 years, we’ve partnered with families, schools, and organizations to create environments where kids feel supported, challenged, and confident trying new things.

What makes Headfirst different is intentionality. We don’t wait and hope growth happens - we design for it. Our programs are carefully structured, and our staff are trained to spot, create, and celebrate breakthrough moments. These Headfirst Moments - when a camper pushes past fear, tries something new, or surprises themselves - are built into every day.

We believe great experiences are built on relationships. Our teams prioritize genuine connection, creating welcoming environments where campers feel seen and known, staff feel supported, and families trust that every detail has been thoughtfully considered. Behind the scenes, a professional, year-round Headquarters team supports our seasonal staff with training, systems, and clear expectations so camps run smoothly and consistently.

When you join Headfirst, you’re joining a team that takes pride in doing things well. We care deeply about the experience we deliver, the people we work with, and the impact we have on kids and families. The work is meaningful, the standards are high, and the summers are unforgettable.