Sports Instructor, Vacation Camp / School Break Camp
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Share your love of sports and games by leading school break enrichment activities for children. JCC Greater Boston, located in Newton, runs school break Vacation Camps for December break, February break, Passover break, and spring break in April for children grades K - 8. Camp Counselors and activity specialists guide campers in sports, swimming, arts and crafts, and much more as they develop and build self-confidence and have a blast with friends. The energy of the camp is lively, playful, and warm, and we are looking for fun, responsible role models to plan and lead activities for the campers.JCC Greater Boston is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values - Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation - which resonate with many who do not identify as Jewish.Primary responsibilities include, and are not limited to:Ensure the safety and well-being of campers during activitiesCreate a fun/joyful dynamicWork in partnership with peers and Camp Leadership to provide a happy, safe, and memorable day for the childrenLead or co-lead activitiesPrepare and manage suppliesPlan and implement fun and engaging activities for children in grades K - 8Participate in and support supervision of the children during special events and large group activitiesStandard staff expectations include and are not limited to:Actively create a welcoming dynamic that contributes to an environment where each individual is valued and respectedActively participate as an essential team memberSupport JCC Greater Boston's mission, vision, and values of belonging, joyfulness, collaboration, and transformation, including through role modelingEnthusiastically represent the organization, model excellence, and achievementAttend JCCGB meetings and trainings as assignedOther duties as assignedJOB DETAILS: This is an hourly position with 4 - 8 hour shifts available. Offering great perks, including JCC Health & Fitness center access, a supportive, vibrant in-person work environment, and a competitive starting pay rate of $18 per hour. The pay rate offered will ultimately be determined by relevant qualifications, experience, and JCC's internal equity.Available Dates:December Camp: December 23, 24, 26, 27, 30February Camp: February 17, 18, 19, 20, 21Passover Camp: April 15, 16, 17, 18Spring Break Camp: April 21, 22, 23, 24, 25Please note - candidates do not need to commit to all the above dates. We schedule staff by the day and the below shift options.Available Shifts Each Day:Full Day 8:30am - 4:30pm, 8 hoursMorning Shift 8:30am - 12:30pm, 4 hoursAfternoon Shift 12:30pm - 4:30pm, 4 hoursEducation and Experience:High school degree preferredCollege degree, concentration or equivalent experience planning and leading sports and games for children1+ season (summer camp, semester, other) instructor experience working with a variety of sports equipment and facilities (gymnasium, various ball games) and ensuring safety of all involvedCustomer service experience preferredSkills and Abilities:Excellent group management skillsFlexibility in plans and positive attitudeEnjoy working with children and a strong desire to make a difference every daySafety awareness and ability to communicate any issues and concerns with supervisorsExhibits leadership skills, including teamwork, patience, flexibility, and diplomacyDemonstrates positive attitude at all timesCommitment to build strong relationships with campers, co-workers, and camp leadershipSelf-starter who takes the initiativeAbility to manage situations effectively and diplomatically and ask for help, guidance, or clarification when neededMust be able to work well with others, building/sustaining collaborative solid relationshipsPhysical Requirements:Able to work well in a busy, dynamic, and sometimes noisy environment involving multiple tasks and priorities.Able to lift and carry objects weighing 30-40 pounds (boxes of supplies, children's backpacks, etc.)Able to sit and kneel; getting down at eye level with children regularly.ADA Statement: Individuals must possess these criteria for knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation and using some other combination of skills and abilities.JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment, we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.#J-18808-Ljbffr