Youth Sports & Fitness Camp Counselor-OPS

University of North Florida • Jacksonville, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Sports & Fitness Camp is a general sports camp that focuses on teaching campers basic sports skills, teamwork, sportsmanship, sharing, taking turns, and the overall concepts of each sport. The camp also includes a fitness component that focuses on taking care of one’s body through group fitness classes incorporating good nutrition and proper stretching techniques. These classes may include spinning, yoga, aerobics, and killer abs. This position requires energetic, outgoing, caring, team-oriented, and selfless counselors.

Requirements

• Must be CPR & First Aid Certified (if not hired, the class will be provided).
• Must be willing and able to be outside and work in various weather conditions, such as rain or heat.
• Must pass a background check.
• May require a credit check.
• Must be a "Responsible Employee" and promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with elementary and middle school-age children.
• A passion for sports and fitness.
• Previous experience either playing and/or coaching organized sports.
• Ability to remain level-headed, calm, and find solutions to problems that may arise.
• Ability to interact positively with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision of assigned group including sports skills, games, arts & crafts, lunch, swimming, field trips, outdoor adventure, and fitness classes.
• Assist in equipment and supplies storage, maintenance, and inventory.
• Maintain a safe learning/playing environment.
• Follow all Summer Camp policies and procedures.
• Serve as an appropriate positive role model for the campers.
• Work closely with colleagues and assist in other capacities to ensure the overall success of objectives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed