Summer Camp Team Member
CPR/First Aid (Adult and Pediatric) certification required or willingness to obtain as part of training. Schedule: May 14, 2026 – August 7, 2026 | Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm
Principal Function
Guide and energize a group of children between 3 years and 11 years old through a full day of planned activities, creating a safe environment that is structured, engaging, and fun!
Position overview
Create a safe, positive, and energetic environment where kids feel welcomed, included, and encouraged.
Model kindness, respect, and good sportsmanship while helping campers build friendships and confidence.
Lead an assigned group of children through daily camp activities, ensuring a fun, engaging, and well-supervised experience.
Core responsibilities
Handle administrative tasks, including daily camper check-in/check-out, and organizing the group’s activity schedule.
Facilitate active, engaging warm-up games and informative circle time to start the day and support smooth transitions between activities.
Supervise and actively engage with campers throughout the day, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
Lead organized activities, explain rules clearly, and adapt games so that all campers can participate and have fun.
Support campers’ emotional needs by listening, encouraging positive behavior, and helping resolve minor conflicts calmly and respectfully.
Communicate effectively with other staff and, when needed, with parents or guardians about camper needs, successes, and concerns.
Provide your assigned group with a structured, safe, fun, and fitness-focused camp experience every day.
Assist with camp setup, cleanup, and transitions to keep the day running smoothly and on schedule.
Sports and activity leadership
Run and support skills and drills, group games, and swimming games for campers.
Join campers in a variety of additional sports, activities, and pool time each day.
Participate in public ice-skating sessions alongside campers, ensuring safety and engagement.
Assist coaches and staff with tennis lessons for your group.
Training and certification
Attend and actively participate in required water safety and camp training sessions mid May as directed by the supervisor.
Maintain current CPR/First Aid (Adult and Pediatric) certification or be willing to obtain it as part of training.
Professional standards
Maintain a neat, professional appearance by wearing the Genesis Sportsplex Club uniform and athletic shoes.
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to actively participate for the full shift.
Follow all camp, safety, and confidentiality policies and procedures as outlined by Genesis Sportsplex Club.
Demonstrate a positive, respectful attitude toward campers, families, and coworkers at all times.
Qualifications
Experience working with children in camp, school, childcare, coaching, or similar settings preferred.
Knowledge of basic child development and positive behavior management strategies preferred.
Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills, with the ability to engage and motivate groups of children.
Comfortable leading active games, sports, and group activities both indoors and outdoors.
Responsible, patient, and energetic, with a genuine enthusiasm for working with kids.
Benefits
Membership and access to athletic club facilities during employment. Fun, active work environment where you stay moving, build leadership skills, and gain great experience for future jobs.
Strong sense of community and friendships with other staff, plus the chance to make a real difference in kids’ lives.