Winter Camp Sports Specialist Job at Jewish Community Center of San Francisco in

San Francisco
3200 California Street
San Francisco, CA 94118, USA

Winter Camp at the JCCSF offers one-week sessions in both the traditional day camp and specialty camp settings for campers in grades K-8. Our classic day camps feature arts & crafts, STEAM projects, and sports. Specialty camps include visual arts, nature exploration, musical theater, science and more.

Winter Camp is in session 12/23/2024 – 1/3/2025; no camp on 12/25/2024 or 1/1/2025.

The Sports Specialist will create, organize, and implement 1-week sessions of camp. Sports Camp is offered for campers in grades 1-5. Campers will be introduced to the world of all things sports and hone their skills through hands-on experience.

The ideal candidate should have strong classroom management skills and must be able to implement a well-rounded sports curriculum for youth ages 6 - 11.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be the primary role model for a group of campers, grades K through 5.
• Create a safe, supportive environment for campers.
• Plan, organize and supervise fun and stimulating activities.
• Set clear, consistent limits and resolve behavioral challenges with help from supervisors.
• Take on additional responsibilities as required.

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 1 year as an educator.
• Knowledge and ability to explain and facilitate age-appropriate design and tool use skills for elementary school-aged campers.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and oral.
• Passion for sports, informal education, and youth programs.
• Prior experience in a camp setting preferred.
• Ability to work well both in a team environment and independently.
• Must have enthusiasm, flexibility, and ability to improvise.
• Must be 21 years or older.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Will be working directly with youth ages 5-13. Camps will take place on-site at the JCCSF and have designated camp rooms. Sports activities will primarily take place in the JCCSF gymnasium.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift and move supplies/equipment weighing up to 50lbs, stand/walk for approximately 6 hours a day; be actively engaged in sports programming with the campers.