SUMMER CAMP - GYMNASTICS STAFF & INSTRUCTORS (HIRING BONUS)

HIRING BONUS! Camp staff will receive a gross bonus of up to $550.

This announcement is specific to the Gymnastic Camp. If interested in other camp program areas, you must apply directly to those positions.
The Department of Park & Recreation (DPR) Gymnastics Camp is seeking Camp Instructors to support camp programs and instruct campers ages 6-9 years old in beginner-intermediate level gymnastics skills.

Job Duties:

• Managing gymnastics rotations, crafts, games (inside/outside), water day, and supplemental activities;
• Supervising campers, snacks, and special visits;
• Preparing for camp activities, completing camp paperwork and completing attendance reports, ; and
• Setting up and breakdown equipment before and after camp, including inspecting and reporting unsafe equipment.

Gymnastics Summer Camp runs from June 17 - August 16 (core camp dates). Staff must be able to commit to working at least the first half (sessions 1- 5) or second half of camp (sessions 6-9). Training begins mid to late May through June, which includes online courses with virtual and in-person trainings during weekday evenings and a few Saturdays. Camp hours are from 9:00am-3:00pm. Several positions are available.
Applications are being accepted for the following positions:
SUMMER RECREATION ASSISTANT (SRA) II @ $16.00/Hourly
Assisting with managing recreation activities, behavior management of participants, and evaluations of the activities.
Minimum requirements: Experience working with youth or administering SUMMER CAMP/recreation programs.
RECREATION INSTRUCTOR I: @ $20.60/Hourly
Assisting in the planning and managing recreation activities, behavior management of participants, and the evaluations of activities and participants.
Minimum Requirements: High school/GED, plus 400 hours of technical gymnastics experience, including any work, volunteer, or formal art participation.
RECREATION INSTRUCTOR II: @ $24.44/Hourly
Planning and leading recreation and gymnastics activities.
Minimum Requirements:High school/GED, plus 800 hours of technical gymnastics experience, including any work, volunteer, or formal art participation. Must have 50 hours as an instructor.
* Instructor Substitution: Additional education in a related field may be substituted for the experience requirement, with each year of post-high school education substituting for 400 hours of technical experience. However, additional education may not substitute the instructing hours.
Please review the minimum requirements listed above.
Successful candidates will have good character and integrity, effective communication skills, reliable transportation, including the ability to complete tasks, take initiative, and work successfully in a team environment. Training in teaching gymnastics skills will be provided.
Desirables: Preference may be given to candidates with experience/certification in the following:

• Working in Summer Camp programs or Arlington Camps;
• Interest and/or experience in promoting physical fitness;
• Teaching gymnastics or involvement in a competitive or recreational gymnastics program;
• Experience and/or willingness to work with individuals with disabilities; and/or
• Possess gymnastics certification(s).

If selected, all summer staff may be required to:

• Agree to a criminal background check.
• Provide references, which may be included to this application.
• Provide negative TB results or submit to a TB screening.
• Attend all required trainings, wear a uniform, and have the ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Stand and walk for a prolonged periods of time during the work shift.
• Be CPR and First Aid Certified as of the first day of camp for the Camp Director or other designated positions.
• Possess a driver license and successfully complete a driving license record check.
• Provide personal care as needed to campers (training provided).
• Arlington County requires that all employees have a bank account to accept direct payroll deposits.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30pm.
Employee Discount: Summer camp employees can receive a 20% discount on camp fees for their children! To learn more go to: Summer Camp Employment FAQs - Official Website of Arlington County Virginia Government (arlingtonva.us).
Interviews will be conducted on a continuous basis. Interested applicants should apply as soon as possible. Written notifications will be sent to applicants who applied but were not hired once all positions are filled. Generally, these notifications are sent in mid-July.
Applicants may attach a resume in addition to completing the online application. Attaching a resume without completion of the application will be considered "an incomplete application".
For further information about the selection process or specific camp job duties: please email gymnasticscamp@arlingtonva.us.
#LI-Onsite Employment Type: Part Time Temporary (Seasonal)