Orange Community Education & Recreation Department. Summer Job Vacancies

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1 Orange Community Education & Recreation Department Summer Job Vacancies Youth Sports Summer Camp Specialists Orange Community Education and Recreation Youth Sports department is seeking experienced staff implement and develop curriculum for summer camps in June and July 2016, for grades Kindergarten through 5 th (fifth) grade. Available positions include: Camp Leader - The Orange Youth Sports Summer Camp Leader is responsible for the implementation, supervision and evaluation of the Summer Sports Camp. Provide daily oversight of staff, monitoring participant attendance, and regular correspondence with parents or guardians to develop relationships. Head Counselor (2) - The Head Counselor is responsible for assisting the Camp Leader in day-to-day planning, implementation, supervision and evaluation of the camp and their assigned camp group (Grades k-2, or 3-5). Camp Counselor (3) - The Camp Counselor is responsible for the supervision, program implementation, and evaluation of their assigned camp group. (Grades k-2, or 3-5) Extensive knowledge of rules, fundamentals, and skill development drills in each sport is required for all positions. An enthusiasm for youth sports is required, along with a strong customer service ability and desire to work. Job Descriptions for these openings are available online at under the employment section. Interested candidates should send, by mail, or a resume and cover letter, or employment application, detailing background and experience before February 26 th to: Orange Community Education & Recreation Department ATTN: Youth Sports Summer Camp Chagrin Blvd. pepper Pike, OH Fax: cswitzer@orangecsd.org

2 ORANGE COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND RECREATION JOB DESCRIPTION Position: Orange Youth Sports Summer Camp - Camp Leader Schedule: Full Time for six weeks in summer to include camp day 8:30am-3:30pm plus field trip hours. Includes 2-3 days planning prior to the camp. Reports To: OCE&R Youth Sports Coordinator REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS: College graduate or student pursuing degree in related field with strong sports background and camp experience. Experience in staff oversight, and youth program implementation. Strong skills in leadership, supervision and youth sports program development. Knowledge of different sports, gym games and active camp games. Ability to work as part of a dedicated and enthusiastic team of community education and recreation professionals in a school/camp setting. Current CPR Certificate (opportunity for certification available prior to the start of camp). Must meet general qualifications as established by the Orange City Schools and Orange Community Education & Recreation department.

3 DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The Orange Youth Sports Summer Camp Leader is responsible for the planning, and implementation, of the summer sports camp cirriculum. Daily oversight of staff, and camp participant attendance will be asked. Regular correspondence with parents or guardians of participants to develop relationships. Collaborate with Youth Sports Staff to reach camp goals. Plan, instruct and implement the complete sports camp program for grades k-5 Generate and cultivate a fun atmosphere for both youth participants and staff. Prepare curriculum for the camp, which corresponds with the weekly camp s theme that includes skill and fundamental development activities. Each week must include competition based tournaments and games for teams and individuals Make recommendations to the Youth Sports staff for appropriate sports equipment for the camp. Work with Counselors and lead counselors by providing extra sports & fitness activities and games they would be able to teach to their group of campers. Responsible for setting up, maintaining, and packing up of the gym and all equipment, daily. Prior to, and at the end of camp provide an inventory of remaining equipment/supplies with recommendations for equipment/supplies to be purchased for next year s program. With the designated arts & crafts, plan, coordinate and implement camp awards, for weekly and daily contests and games. Lead staff, and participants on field trips as assigned. Be the lead person on designated field trips (bring back paper work, handle any logistical issues, check head counts, etc.) Provide feedback to the Youth Sports Coordinator from campers, parents and staff and include suggestions for improvement. Work with the Youth Sports Coordinator for facility usage and safety relative to facility. Involve the camp staff and campers in the process of maintaining facilities and safety. Perform other duties or responsibilities as may be assigned by OCE&R department administrators.

4 ORANGE COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND RECREATION JOB DESCRIPTION Position: Orange Youth Sports Summer Camp Head Counselor Schedule: Full Time for six weeks in summer to include camp day 8:45am-3:15pm plus field trip hours. Including 2-3 training days prior to camp. Reports To: OCE&R Youth Sports Coordinator / Camp Leader REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS: College graduate or student pursuing degree in related field with strong sports background and camp experience. Strong skills in leadership, supervision and program development. Ability to work as part of a dedicated and enthusiastic team of community education and recreation professionals in a school/camp setting. Current CPR Certificate (opportunity for certification available prior to the start of camp). Meet other general qualifications of Orange Community Education & Recreation and the Orange City Schools. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The Orange Youth Sports Summer Camp Head Counselor is responsible for assisting the Camp Leader in planning, implementation, supervision and evaluation of their assigned camp group (grades k-2, or 3-5).

5 Attend camp training prior to camp and all staff meetings during camp. Generate and cultivate a fun atmosphere for both youth participants and staff. Assist the head counselor in preparation of curriculum for the camp, which corresponds with the weekly camp s theme. That includes skill and fundamental development activities. Each week must include competition based tournaments and games for teams and individuals Help supervise, maintain discipline and manage behavior with all campers in your group. Seek assistance from the Camp Leader or Youth Sports Staff as needed. Maintain safety for all campers and staff. Learn and implement all safety procedures. Document all accidents and provide Youth Sports staff with written accident reports when needed. Responsible for setting up, maintaining, and packing up of the gym and all equipment, daily. Prior to, and at the end of camp provide an inventory of remaining equipment/supplies with recommendations for equipment/supplies to be purchased for next year s program. Work with and involve the counselors assigned to your group. Along with the Camp Leader, provide role modeling and feedback. Develop positive professional relationships with campers and their parents. Communicate camp information with parents on a regular basis. Participate in all camp events designated by your Camp Leader. Assist Camp Leader in a wide variety of duties. Perform other duties or responsibilities as may be assigned by OCE&R department administrators.

6 ORANGE COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND RECREATION JOB DESCRIPTION Position: Orange Youth Sports Summer Camp - Camp Counselor Schedule: Full Time for six weeks in summer to include camp day 9:00am-3:00pm plus field trip hours. Includes 2-3 training days prior to camp. Reports To: OCE&R Youth Sports Coordinator/ Camp Leader REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS: High school graduate or high school junior or senior with prior camp counselor experience. Strong skills in leadership, supervision and program development. Knowledge of different sports, gym games and active camp games. Ability to lead sports & games. Ability to work as part of a dedicated and enthusiastic team of community education and recreation professionals in a school/camp setting. Current CPR Certificate (opportunity for certification available prior to the start of camp). Meet other general qualifications of Orange Community Education & Recreation and the Orange City Schools. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

7 The Camp Counselor position is responsible for the supervision, program implementation, and evaluation of their assigned camp group. (Grades k-2, or 3-5) Attend camp training prior to camp and all staff meetings during camp. Generate and cultivate a fun atmosphere for both youth participants and staff. Attend and plan activities for campers. Supervise, maintain discipline and manage behavior with all campers in your group. Seek assistance from the Camp Leader as needed. Maintain safety for all campers and staff. Learn and implement all safety procedures. Document all accidents and provide Youth Sports Coordinator with written accident reports when needed. Develop positive professional relationships with campers and their parents. Communicate camp information with parents on a regular basis. Participate in the overall evaluation of the summer camp program Participate in all camp events designated by the Camp Leader. Work with the Camp Leader for facility usage and safety relative to facility. Involve all camp staff and campers in the process of maintaining facilities and safety. Assist on field trips as assigned. Perform other duties or responsibilities as may be assigned by OCE&R department administrators.