Position Summary:

An Instructional Specialist is responsible for the supervision of campers and Team members within their Conference.  They assist in monitoring the organization, supervision, implementation and administration of all sports activities and schedules within Sports Camp.

Position Objective/Purpose:

We are seeking motivated team members who believe deeply in the organization’s mission and who display a record of achievement in effective supervision & management of Team members and campers.  The candidate must be capable of building positive relationships, providing top-notch customer service and ensuring the safety and well-being of people of all ages.  This position will require the candidate to complete multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment while maintaining the professional standards of ESF.

Position Scope Factors:

Instructional Specialists are hired in Sports Camp in the following age groups;

Ivy League: 1^st grade

Big East: 2^nd & 3^rd grades

Big Ten: 4^th & 5^th grades

ACC: 6^th + grades

Essential Job Responsibilities                                                                                   

1. Group supervision of campers with attention to: behavior and group management, health and safety, security, and personal and skill development
2. Provide input and assist in conducting mid and end-of-summer team evaluations
3. Promote and actively participate in all camp activities
4. Coordinate daily and weekly camp schedule with Sports Camp Director
5. Lead drills and teach coaches how to run them
6. Run weekly tournaments for campers

7.       Complete paperwork as assigned

8.       Direct and supervise all sport activities for your Conference

9.       Plan, organize, and instruct the Sport Skills Periods for your Conference

10.   Oversee game periods for your Conference (i.e. start the games, keep the time, referee the games, etc.)

11.   Make sure the athletic area is ready for the next Conference to use after your Conference has finished (i.e. cones are placed back for skills or games, equipment is organized, etc.)

12.   Keep your Conference on schedule and help with transitions

13.   Monitor safety and security of all campers and Team Members

14.   Serve as a positive role model to campers and team members

15. Follow the ESF Code and maintain the ESF Look at all times
16. Exhibit ESF Core Values at all times and to adhere to all company policies
17. Have fun
18. Other responsibilities as assigned

Position Competencies for Success

1.       Understand and support the mission of the organization

2. Commitment to the growth and development of youth

3.       The ability to work effectively with others in all levels of the organization in a professional manner

4. Commitment to producing consistent, high-quality work
5. Excellent judgment, ability to identify problems and works quickly to find solutions

6.       Positive attitude

7. Patient, caring and creative
8. Flexible, adaptive and a Team player
9. Desire to make a difference in the life of a child

Experience Requirements

1.       Previous experience working with children in a supervisory or administrative capacity

2.       Performance management and facilitation experience (preferred)

3.       1 – 3 years administrative/leadership experience (required)

4.       Staff supervision experience (required)

5.       Youth coaching experience (required)

Certification Requirements

1.       First Aid/CPR (preferred)

Education Requirements

1.       Bachelor’s Degree

Other Skill Requirements

1. Outstanding communication skills which include the ability to use clear, concise and grammatically correct written and oral language in all aspects of professional interaction with campers, their families, peers, leadership team and the larger community

Reporting Relationship(s)

1.       Reports directly to and takes direction from Sports Camp Director. May also take direction from and is overall accountable to the Site Director.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

1.       Ability to push/pull, lift and carry a minimum of 35Ibs

2. Endurance to work outside and on your feet for 6-8 hours per day
3. Ability to respond to emergency situations which may require running (up to 1 mile in some cases) and climbing stairs.
4. Good physical condition which enables cand