SUMMER CAMP: Program Specialist: Archery

Position

Program Specialist- Archery

FLSA Status

Non- Exempt

Reports To

Camp Director

Season

Summer 2025 (July-August)

Department

Summer Camp

Position Purpose

To further the mission of the camp through the development and delivery of an archery program and activities that are safe, fun, and appropriate to the campers’ ages and abilities. Assist in the management of the physical operation of the archery and related equipment.

Qualifications

• Current certification in archery instruction or documented training and experience
• Documented experience in instructing children the art of archery
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Experience in teaching archery to children
• Strong desire to work with children outdoors in varied conditions
  
  

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver an archery program that is appropriate for the age and ability of the campers
• Write lesson plans that meet camp outcomes and the abilities of the campers
• Ensure that camp staff and capers know and follow safety and educational procedures
• Train other staff in their responsibilities at the archery range
• Maintain the archery equipment including bows, arrows, strings, and targets
• Conduct daily check of the area and equipment for safety, cleanliness, and good repair
• Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, planning, and leading those as assigned
• Participate as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise special events, camp activities, and camp functions
  
  

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers
  
  

Some physical requirements of this position could be endurance including standing, running, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate equipment and demonstrate archery activities. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/program. Willingness to work in a camp setting and work irregular hours delivering program in the facility available. Operate with daily exposure to the sun and heat and other environmental conditions.

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently be exposed to outside weather conditions.

Company Mission

Winter4Kids exists to create healthy lifestyles and influence behaviors of youth through winter activities.  Better health and attitudes are the result of increased moderate to vigorous activity, nutritious food, and coaching.  Lives are changed, outlooks are brighter as each of our participants become better individuals through the mastery of snow and life skills.  Our youth use these experiences to explore and pursue new academic, life and sport opportunities.

Organizational Mission

At Winter4Kids and Summer4Kids, Welcoming, Empathy, Embracing and Belonging are our key values, and these values are part of everything we do and who we are. In our programs we focus on every young person developing better attitudes about their Self, Health, Opportunities, Mastery, and the Outdoors. In your time with Winter4Kids, you make a difference, saving and changing the lives of youth. And that’s just the beginning.

Working at Winter4Kids and Summer4Kids gives talented individuals the opportunity to change lives and strengthen communities. Whichever role you choose at Winter4Kids, you'll find satisfaction in knowing that your contributions are helping to support young people, improve health and well-being, inspire positive action and so much more. At Winter4Kids, you'll work alongside team members with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skill sets. You'll discover new ways to forge relationships, find your purpose and fuel your passion every day.