Camp Director (Summer only)
Game On! Sports 4 Girls · Chicago, IL; North Suburbs of Chicago, IL · $22-$25/hour
- Paid
- Full-time
About the role
Game On! Sports Camp 4 Girls is dedicated to creating an exceptional, customized, and nurturing summer sports day camp experience for girls. Game On’s mission is to work with girls ages 4 – 14, to develop or enhance their appreciation and appetite for sports & fitness. We recognize that even the slightest bit of progress means confidence and empowerment for our campers. The program is also committed to utilizing the power of sport to teach life skills, positive values and healthy habits. In essence, Game On! harnesses the power of sport to create strong girls in body, mind and team.
The Camp Director’s responsibility is to execute the mission of Game On! every day at camp, in addition to creating the spirited atmosphere and energy we are known for. Specifically, a Director’s responsibility would include the following:
- Securing and Maintaining a SAFE & FUN camp environment;
- Administration and organizational prep prior to the start of the week and each day
- Managing coaching team
- Managing day to day operations and camp schedule adjustments
- Responsible for creating and maintaining the Game On! environment
- Maintaining positive facility relations
Some of the criteria we look for in a Camp Director:
- Strong Athletic background a plus
- Current involvement in sports and fitness
- Extensive experience in coaching or teaching kids
- Extensive experience in management and leadership
- Self Motivated
- Strong desire to empower young girls through sports
- Energy comparable to the Energizer Bunny
- Warm and Dynamic Personality including sense of humor
- Organized and detail oriented
- Supreme patience
- Outstanding communication skills
Camp Location:
- Chicago – Walt Disney Magnet School – 4140 N Marine Dr, Chicago, Illinois 60613
- Glencoe – South School, 266 Linden Ave, Glencoe, Illinois 60022
Camp Dates:
- Chicago – June 15 – July 31
- Glencoe main camp: June 15 – August 7
- Glencoe extension weeks: August 10 – 21
Hours:
- Staff – 8:15a.m. to 3:30p.m.
- Campers – 9:00a.m. to 3:00p.m.
Days:
- Monday to Friday
Pay:
- $22-$25/hour