ESF Camps is hiring Sports Instructional Specialists to join our mission-driven team at Gilman School in Baltimore, MD! The Sports Instructional Specialist is responsible for the supervision of campers while providing a safe and fun learning environment.

Why ESF?

• Make a positive impact on children (ages Preschool-8th grade) while receiving comprehensive training.
• Internships, field work, continuing education credits, lifeguard, and specialty certification reimbursement
• Flexible summer schedule with the opportunity to work up to 10 consecutive weeks
• Become a motivated leader and gain experience supervising children while building long lasting relationships
• Employee referral bonus program

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Ability to deliver content in one (1) sport, based on athletic expertise
• Assist in teaching and supervising other sport activities as needed
• Plan, organize and facilitate skill instruction periods
• Promote and actively participate in all camper activities and sports while working effectively with fellow coaches and collaborate on daily responsibilities.
• Help to instruct and act as referee for a variety of sports.
• Supervise campers with attention to behavior and group management while serving as a positive role model to campers and peers.
• Communicate with clear, concise, and grammatically correct written and oral language in all aspects of professional interaction with campers, their families, peers, leadership team and the larger community.
• Inform site director of any concerns regarding the health, safety, and security of the campers.
• Demonstrate the ESF Core Values and Virtues of Character (Gratitude, Respect, Trustworthiness, Effort, Kindness, Positivity, Resilience, Community) in camp daily

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree or four (4) years of college completed. (Health and/or Physical Education preferred)
• Youth coaching and/or teaching experience required
• Teacher certification preferred
• Previous experience working with children in a supervisory/leadership capacity
• Previous camp experience preferred
• Prior experience playing high school, club or college sports preferred
• Hours are typically from 8:30am-3:40pm; Monday - Friday. Instructors Can work extended hours for additional income.
• Push/pull, lift and carry a minimum of thirty-five (35) pounds across campus. Work outside, upright, and mobile for six (6) to eight (8) hours per day
• Respond to emergency situations which may include running (up to 1 mile in some cases) and ascending stairs without undue exertion
• The site director must approve any non-contracted requests for time off, schedule changes, or alterations to the schedule.
• It is understood you will complete all trainings and pre-employment credentials required by ESF and the state you are working in
• Follow the ESF Code and maintain the "ESF Look" at all times

Reporting Relationships:

• Reports directly to the SportsLab Director. May also take direction from and is overall accountable to the Site Director.

Covid 19 Health & Safety Protocols

ESF has developed and will be implementing an Advanced Safety Plan to ensure our campers, team members, and parents thrive in a safe environment. This plan includes detailed safety measures in the following areas. Team members will be trained on all protocols and full compliance is expected.

• Limited enrollment and smaller group sizes
• Camper & staff screening with use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Cleaning, disinfection & handwashing
• Premier outdoor facilities
• Reasonable contact reduction, including social distancing practices
• Symptom Management Action Plan
• Specialized Safety Training