Role OverviewThe Activity Specialist will design and lead engaging activities in their assigned specialty area (Basketball, Martial Arts/Boxing, Volleyball, or Dance) for the COMPASS Elementary Summer Camp Program. The program provides a safe, engaging, and enriching environment for youth to explore STEM, arts, sports, leadership, and social-emotional learning. The Activity Specialist will support the academic, social, and emotional development of youth while working collaboratively as part of a team.
What You Will Do
Responsibilities include designing and implementing structured lesson plans, developing skill-based curriculum, facilitating activities, supporting program operations, and maintaining a safe and structured environment. The Activity Specialist will also collaborate with Youth Educators, address behavioral concerns, and participate in required trainings and staff meetings.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate is a dynamic, creative, and dedicated individual passionate about youth development and high-quality enrichment programming. They should have strong group management, conflict resolution, and behavior management skills, as well as the ability to plan and deliver engaging physical activity instruction.
Requirements
- Training, certification, or demonstrated expertise in Basketball, Martial Arts/Boxing, Volleyball, or Dance
- Minimum of 2 years of experience working with youth in structured program settings
- Strong group management, conflict resolution, and behavior management skills
- Ability to plan and deliver engaging, skill-based physical activity instruction
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Knowledge of youth development and safe physical activity practices
- Ability to engage, motivate, and lead youth in structured group activities
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Familiarity with basic program operations and youth safety standards
- Knowledge of classroom/group management techniques
- Basic proficiency with technology platforms such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Classroom, and Google Meet
Benefits
- Paid hourly rate of $20.00-$22.00
- Part-time position with up to 25+ hours per week
- Seasonal employment with expected work schedule aligning with program needs
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