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Youth Enrichment And Summer Camp Instructors

The Recreation Academy
Yorkville, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/26/2025 CLOSED ON 4/5/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Enrichment And Summer Camp Instructors position at The Recreation Academy?

[ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY THROUGH OUR WEBSITE TO HAVE AN INTERVIEW SCHEDULED: www.TheRecreationAcademy.com/employment ]

Have fun while you get paid! Work with children at schools, rec centers, and more as a Recreation Academy Staff Member. Teach participants how to play games, learn new soft skills and grow from their experiences during your sessions; empowering kids to become lifelong learners. Plus, with our completely flexible scheduling structure you decide when / where you work and what you teach. (Minimum of 1 year experience working with children in a professional setting.)

What We Do:

After School Clubs - Kickball, Dodgeball, Gaga Ball, 9-Square In The Air, Domino Mega Builders (STEAM Program), Drone Racing 101, Pokemon Trading Card Game, Minecraft, & Foam Tipped Archery. (90 minute sessions)

Day Camps - Summer, Winter, & Spring Day Camps. (3 - 7 hour sessions using different combinations of our popular activities.)

Sport's Clinics - Basketball, Flag Football, Pickleball and Wiffleball . (1 - 2 hour sessions)

Events / Private Bookings - Games and activities for things like birthday parties, Parent's Night Out Events, and more. (1 - 3 hour sessions)

Scheduling: All positions are part time and shifts are awarded on a first come first served basis via our staff portal's employee shift registration link. Full time availability during the summer months.

Pay Range: Base pay for staff is $17.50/ hr. Hours are based on shift availability and are awarded on a first come first serve basis. Contract term ends on the last day of May with opportunity for a raise and renewal of contract for summer based on performance.

Responsibilities:

  • Learn and adhere to all Recreation Academy Policies & Procedures by watching the Staff Training Video and
  • Reviewing the Staff Manual.
  • Lead and teach participants in after-school clubs, camps, sports clinics, and special events/private bookings.
  • Ensure effective participant management and supervision.
  • Communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors.
  • Completing summaries for each session and incident reports as needed.
  • Provide minor First Aid as needed for participants and manage emergency medication storage as needed.
  • Plan and prepare for your sessions according to the approved methods, including picking up supplies.
  • Travel to different locations based on your choice of assignments.
  • Interact with parents during drop-offs and pick-ups.
  • Provide constructive feedback and seek assistance when needed.
  • Perform any other duties as assigned or that may arise during facilitation.

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children in a professional setting.
  • 2 years of applicable experience at a youth organization (preferred).
  • Must have reliable, insured transportation with the ability to travel to various locations regularly.
  • Must maintain current health insurance or a workman’s compensation policy for the duration of this contract.
  • Must pass a criminal background check, sex offender screening and complete mandated reporter training.

*All Recreation Academy instructor positions are part time by nature and staff are brought on as Independent 1099 Contractors. This means that: 1.) We will not withhold taxes from your pay. 2.) Our organization does not provide Workman's Comp insurance or unemployment benefits. 3.) By working with us you agree that you have your own health insurance and will cover any unexpected injuries that may occur while performing the duties of your job.

**Every Recreation Academy Employee must submit to a criminal background check and is required to complete mandated reporter training for the state they live in, both are free of charge.**

[ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY THROUGH OUR WEBSITE TO HAVE AN INTERVIEW SCHEDULED: www.TheRecreationAcademy.com/employment ]

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: From $17.50 per hour

Expected hours: 5 – 37.5 per week

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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