Tennis Camp Counselor (Summer Camp Program)

This position is responsible for leading and participating in a variety of recreational, educational and physical activities that are part of the Village’s Tennis Camp Program, including field trips; ensures the safety of all camp participants. Supervision is received from the Parks & Recreation Director and/or designee. The position exercises supervisory responsibilities over camp participants.

• Implements and promotes activities for the children in the tennis camp program, including tennis instruction, fundamental skills, drills, match games, field trips and special events.
• Assists the Tennis Pros with instruction.
• Helps with the clean-up and set-up of the tennis courts. 
• Participates in all Summer Camp activities for the duration of the program
• May instruct other recreational and educational camp activities related to music, dance, arts and crafts, films, cultural events, nature studies, stage revues, swimming, social recreation, sports, tennis and games.
• Models good-sportsmanship in sports-related activities through enthusiastic, non-competitive participation and support; maintains discipline during all camp activities.
• Aids in the supervision of drop-off and pick-up according to established policies and procedures
• Resolves minor complaints and inquiries from parents, guardians, participants, and the general public.
• Supervises campers at all times, inclusive of lunch and snack periods and during off-site trips. 
• Supervises the transportation of camp participants to and from field trips and other locations outside the classroom
• Ensures the cleanliness of the summer camp areas at all times; reports unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
• Enforces safety and other camp program rules and regulations at all times; reports all accidents, injuries and/or incidents immediately to the Site Supervisor and documents occurrences according to camp procedures.
• Administers basic first aid.
• Compiles and maintains records as assigned.
• Performs other job-related work as assigned.

• Education and Experience
  • An Associate’s Degree in recreation, leisure services, education, physical education, or related field OR a minimum of 60 credit hours completed at an accredited college and/or university required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
  • Two years of prior experience in recreational and/or tennis instructional work.
  • Prior playing experience in a college tennis team and/or tennis intramurals club required.
  • Must be fluent in the English language; Spanish is a plus.
  • Must pass a national criminal background screening in accordance with Ordinance No. 08-10 and a drug test.
•  Licenses and Certifications
  • Certification in CPR and First Aid; must be secured prior to the start of the Village Camp Program.
  • USTA – Quick Start Workshop Certification required

• Must be able to work outdoors, primarily, in all climate conditions with full exposure to the elements; may also work indoors.
• May be exposed to chemicals, solvents, dust, grease/oil, fumes, vibration and noise.
• Requires physical strength and agility to perform assigned tasks, which include, but are not limited to, bending, twisting, walking, climbing, reaching, jumping, pushing, lifting and carrying
• Specific vision abilities include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. 
• Must be able to hear clearly even in a noisy environment.
• Requires the ability to swim in salt and/or chlorinated water
• Ability to work a varying work schedule and participate in camp field trips as assigned.

Salary : $18