Gymnastics Specialist, Camp Grossman, Summer Day Camp

Do you love sharing your passion for gymnastics and tumbling with children of all ages? Join our team at Camp Grossman as a Gymnastics Specialist! As a Gymnastics Specialist, you will have the opportunity to share your knowledge and skills in gymnastics with campers of all ages and skill levels.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Planning and implementing fun and engaging gymnastics lessons for campers
• Teaching fundamental gymnastics techniques and skills
• Ensuring the safety of campers during gymnastics activities
• Collaborating with other staff members to create a positive and inclusive camp environment

Qualified candidates should have experience in gymnastics, preferably as a coach or instructor. Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this role, as you will work closely with campers and other staff members. Creating a fun and supportive atmosphere while maintaining a safe environment is also essential. CPR and First Aid certification is a plus but not required.

Orientation takes place the week of June 17th and ends with Visiting Day (a pre-camp visit for all campers and families to meet staff) on Sunday, June 23. The regular camp season begins June 24 and ends August 16 (with the option to work the following “9th Week” for additional pay). The camp day runs from 8:15 AM - 4:15 PM, Monday through Friday, with 3 or 4 staff meetings on various Monday afternoons or evenings. Activity specialists also work 2 additional evenings - either running their activity for campers or assisting with a family night or cookout, depending on their position in camp. While we prefer staff who can start Orientation Week and work the entire regular season, we are happy to consider quality candidates who may have conflicting obligations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

 An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the JCC’s discretion to meet minimum criteria.

Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to multitask and manage situations effectively and diplomatically; ability to adapt to evolving needs and circumstances.
• Must be a self-starter who takes the initiative.
• Superb interpersonal and active listening skills
• Prior experience in gymnastics, coaching, or instruction

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to create a fun and supportive atmosphere for campers
• Strong commitment to safety
• CPR and First Aid certification (preferred, but not required)
• Ability to work collaboratively with other staff members
• Passionate about working with children
• Flexible and able to adapt to different situations

Physical Requirements:  Able to work in person. Able to work well in a busy, dynamic and sometimes noisy environment involving multiple tasks and priorities. Able to lift / spot campers weighing up to roughly 100 pounds. Able to sit and kneel; getting down at eye level with children regularly.

ADA Statement: Individuals must possess these criteria for knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation and using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Organization Information

Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to its mission of creating a vibrant, inclusive, and diverse community by nurturing meaningful and lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connection, learning and experiences for the Jewish community and friends.

JCC Greater Boston staff enjoy working in an innovative, friendly and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are appreciated. In our recent employee survey staff gave a rating of close to 90% positive for their experiences of direct management and organizational alignment. If you are interested in upgrading your working experience and/or having a better work-life balance, we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team!

The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While proudly Jewish, we strive to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values: Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation, which we hope resonate with all.

To learn more about what makes JCC Greater Boston a wonderful place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.bostonjcc.org/careers/

JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment, we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.

Benefits

In addition to a rewarding position working as part of a team to create joyful memories, the JCC Greater Boston provides competitive benefits including:    

• a competitive salary   
• free bus transportation to and from camp from over 20 communities in and around the greater Boston area or free parking
• summer access to the JCC indoor facility (gym, basketball court, indoor pool)  
• outstanding working environment   
• strong culture of staff appreciation  
• opportunity to earn more money by referring friends and/or doing extra jobs  
• parents may have their child(ren) attend camp free of charge for the weeks the parent is working (if space is available)  

Benefits are subject to review and change by the Organization.