What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletics Specialist position at SHALOM AUSTIN?
Description:
If you want to be a part of a growing organization and make a difference in the community, come work for Shalom Austin!
If you want to be a part of a growing organization and make a difference in the community, come work for Shalom Austin!
Compensation
Contracted weekly rate
About the Job
The Athletics Specialist is accountable for all aspects of the assigned program area of camp. Responsibilities include planning age-appropriate activities for campers in grades K-6, preparing activities and activity area, leading activities for groups consisting of 15-18 campers. They are responsible for building relationships with and engaging campers in their care and executing the programmatic goals of camp, including serving as facilitators for athletics camp curriculum.
You’ll wow us by masterfully performing the following key duties and responsibilities:
- Program and facilitate 3-5 groups each day, often seeing the same bunk twice each week.
- Write and implement lesson plans related to their program area
- Program Jewish core values within this area.
- Facilitate, plan, and execute JCamps special events and theme days.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Eligible candidates must be at least 18 years old. Eligible candidates also must have graduated from High School or obtained a GED by the start of camp. JCamps staff are required to pass all criminal history background checks, including an FBI fingerprint check. They must also obtain a current CPR and First-Aid certification. Prior teaching experience in the area of specialty is preferred.
- Specialists are based out of the Youth and Teen Office but will be expected to execute daily responsibilities throughout Shalom Austin’s campus. Specialists will be assigned to a specific area of Shalom Austin’s campus outdoors where groups will travel to attend their specialty. Due to the nature of the position, Specialists must be able to be on their feet for most of the day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 20 pounds. Specialists must have the ability to be outside and handle Austin summer heat.
- This position is a seasonal full-time position. The expected hours are from 8AM-4PM Monday through Friday, with opportunities to work until 5:30. Seasonal work begins June 1 and goes through August 1 with opportunities to work through August 15. Hours are subject to change based on the camp’s needs.
Our great benefits
- We’ll provide a FREE membership to the fitness and aquatics center for the length of your employment.
- No nights or weekends!
