Summer Programs - Sports Head Counselor

The Head Counselor is a seasonal position that reports to the Director of the sports specific program. Programs will run in one week sessions from June 16 - August 1, 2025 (no camp on June 19, 20 and July 4) and the expected hours of work are 8:30 am -3:30 pm, Monday-Friday. The Head Counselor is an integral part of the Summer Camp Staff and plays a vital role in making summer camp a safe, fun and enriching experience for the campers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• The sport specific camps focus on building campers skills, developing good sportsmanship, teamwork and a love for the game. Create and implement daily sports activities, including games, drills and skill-building exercises, in collaboration with the Sports Camp Director. Plan, lead and supervise daily age appropriate activities for campers.
• Ensure that the daily lessons plans are well-rounded and engaging for campers.
• Actively participate in all camp activities to help build relationships with campers.
• Supervise campers at all times, including lunch time, prioritizing their well being and safety.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures established by Summer@Potomac.
• Cleaning, maintaining and ensuring proper use of Summer@Potomac facilities and equipment.
• Use positive and proactive techniques to resolve any camper behavioral issues. If needed, report such issues to the camp Director.
• Report any injuries or sickness to the camp Director.
• Act as a positive role model - a mentor and trainer to the Assistant Counselors demonstrating leadership, responsibility and respect.
• Participate in staff orientations, pre-camp staff training, preparations for camp opening and meetings.
• Obtain licenses or certifications required, if needed, for the position before the camp season begins.
• Adhere to the procedures and policies outlined in the Summer@Potomac Handbook.
• Participate in both morning arrival and afternoon dismissal.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or the equivalent. Knowledge of a variety of sports and the ability to teach basic skills and techniques.
• Previous experience as a counselor, teacher, child care or in a related field.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Responsible, energetic, enthusiastic and have a positive attitude.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the team.
• Physical ability to participate in activities with campers (run, sit on the floor, walk and stand for longer periods of time).
• Ability to recognize and respond to individual and cultural differences within a diverse population of campers and staff.
• All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting and TB screening.

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