Summer Dance & Cheer Camp Counselor

GENERAL SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Family Programming Director, the Summer Camp Dance & Cheer Counselor is responsible for leading camp rotations in a specialized sport of cheer or dance—for children ages six to twelve years old. The summer camp Cheer & Dance Counselors will ensure a safe, clean, and engaging environment, while providing age-appropriate instruction, adhering to the department's established guidelines and standards, and promoting fun and skill development within their area of expertise.

Our Culture

Our unique culture is at the heart of all we do and is guided by our values and behaviors. It's what we expect of ourselves and each other every day. We call it our “Code of Culture”.

Our Code of Culture includes Our Mantra, Our Actions We Live By, and Pete's Promise:

Our Mantra:

Respect The Past

Accept Responsibility

Pay it Forward

Our Actions We Live By:

Actions We Live By. It's who we are when we step into our full power.

Keep It Real. Always. We need open and honest discussions. We need courage to speak up and to call things out that aren't good enough. And we navigate tough conversations with empathy and grace.

Think Ahead. Be An Owner. Always be proactive, not reactive; be on the front foot. If we want to be an owner of this business, we must act like it!

Stay Humble. Hustle Harder. Show up and do the hard work. Be a gritty, roll-up-your-sleeves kind of crew. Know it's never about one person–we are a part of a powerful team.

One Team. One Voice. Be ONE united team. When we move in the same direction, there are no limits to what we can accomplish.

Be Curious. Ask Why. Stay member curious. We seek to understand, and we never settle. We ask questions to truly understand the core of a matter.

Pete's Promise:

Service Forward

Ruthlessly Consistent

Do the Right Thing

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS

• Organize campers ages three to fifteen years old for specialized cheer and dance performances, skills, and learning.
• Provide a safe, clean environment by maintaining sports areas, including organizing equipment, wiping down surfaces, and ensuring all equipment is properly stored after use.
• Supervise campers at all times during sports activities, and addressing safety concerns promptly.
• Plan and lead age-appropriate sports activities such as drills, and games to foster skill development and fun.
• Greet parents and children warmly; and encourage camper participation with enthusiasm.
• Engage with campers during sports sessions, ensuring all children are actively participating, with extra attention to those needing guidance.
• Safely transfer campers to and from sports activities within the Club and offsite locations when applicable.
• Arrive punctually for all scheduled activities and ensure all equipment is set up and stored correctly before and after use.
• Represent the camp and club professionally through positive interactions, appropriate attire, and timely responses.
• Communicate with the Family Programming Director and parents in a timely and professional manner regarding camper progress or any issues.
• Actively participate in camp events, programs, staff meetings, training sessions, and marketing efforts related to the camp.

SPORTS OVERSIGHT (if applicable)

• Organize and lead camp activities for campers ages three to fifteen, including drills, games, and competitions tailored to various skill levels.
• Teach specific cheer and dance fundamentals and rules in an engaging, age-appropriate manner.
• Promote a positive learning environment encouraging skill development, teamwork, and enjoyment of the sport.
• Monitor camper safety addressing hazards promptly and enforcing safety guidelines.
• Provide constructive feedback to help campers improve their skills and confidence.
• Assist with the setup and cleanup of planned activities, ensuring all equipment is stored properly.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Communicate timely and follow up as appropriate.
• Active participation in required events, programs, meetings, and trainings.
• Flexibility in work schedule, as job may require day and evening shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• Minimum one (1) year of experience working with children in a childcare, babysitting, camp, coaching, or instructional setting.
• Competitive playing experience at the high school or collegiate level in cheer or dance.
• Strong understanding of the fundamentals, techniques, and rules of the sport(s).
• CPR and first aid certification required.
• Professional, friendly manner and excellent customer service attitude.
• Strong verbal communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Enthusiastic, responsible, and dependable team player.
• Self-motivated, takes initiative, and willing to acquire new skills.
• Well-organized and detail oriented.

WORKING CONDITIONS/ PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to arrive at work on time for all scheduled work shifts required. Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays required.
• Must be flexible, adaptable, and readily able to adjust to changes in work environment.
• Position requires daily public contact.
• It is sometimes necessary to deal with unpleasant or angry people with the need to problem solve difficult situations.
• It is necessary to adapt to a frequently changing environment.
• Frequently required to climb or balance and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must occasionally sit for extended periods and regularly walk around the facility
• Must occasionally talk and hear
• Must frequently move 10 pounds and often up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required but this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

The language skills, reasoning ability, physical demands, and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an Associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

JOB DESCRIPTION REVISION

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change. This job description replaces all previous descriptions for this position.

Compensation: $18.00 - $21.00 / hour