Soccer Shots (the official two to five-year-old program of US Youth Soccer is seeking to hire energetic, fun and engaging Camp Assistants to support our Summer Camp Coaches in the Austin area. This is a seasonal position and a great opportunity for self-motivated individuals seeking leadership growth opportunities.

Position Overview:

Camp Assistants will assist the Camp Coach in daily activities including games, crafts, classroom set up and clean up. Responsibilities include:

Aiding children in their learning by serving as an actively engaged role model.

Helping provide a safe, supportive and fun atmosphere for campers.

Assisting with clean up after snack, lunch, activities and at the end of day.

Helping Camp Coaches safely lead children to and from indoor and outdoor activities.

Contributing ideas to improve the program.

Greeting and interacting with campers and family members throughout the day.

Respecting each camper for their uniqueness

Encouraging participation through word and action.

Helping make camp a fun place!

Requirements:

Minimum 16 years of age.

Prior experience working with children between the ages of 2 - 8 years old; camp experience preferred.

Positive, responsible, enthusiastic and engaging.

Commitment to professional development & growth through training and ongoing evaluation.

Reliable transportation.

Ability to work 4-6 weeks during the summer (does not have to be consecutive weeks).

Physical/Work Environment Requirements:

Position functions frequently in an inside/outside sports environment which may include temperatures of extreme heat.

Work requires ability to run, stop, stoop, bend (a physical, exercise type regimen) in a minimum of 40 minute increments per camp coaching session. Position requires use of hands, arms, legs and feet and may include lifting up to 50 pounds on occasion. Moderate gymnasium like noises are associated with this position as well as excellent vision skills (with or without correction).

Pay Rate:

Paid training program @ $10/hr; $12/hr upon successful completion training program.