Sports Specialist - The Malvern Day Camp
Glen Mills, PA 19342
About the Job
The Sports Camp Specialist is responsible for the supervision of campers and team members within their groups, the implementation of Sports Camp curriculum, promoting and actively participating in all camp activities, providing a safe and fun camp environment, and serving as a positive role model for summer campers and counselors.
The hours of this full-time, seasonal position are from 8:30am-4:30pm, Monday through Friday. Malvern Day Camp runs from May 19th to mid August 2025.
Responsibilities
Develop daily lesson plans for the instruction of sports activities appropriate for the age and skill level of individual campers ages 5 – 14.
Ensure campers develop a progressive skill set in a variety of team & Individual sports by developing lesson plans to include sports drills, fun activities, and recreational competition.
Ensure all lesson plans place an emphasis on safe play, teamwork, sportsmanship and self-esteem development.
Sports instruction should include, but is not limited to: soccer, flag football, baseball/softball, basketball & volleyball.
Maintain involvement in programs including: planning, facilitating, set-up, clean-up and preparation of materials
Meet with supervisor regularly to plan weekly schedule of activities and ensure the schedule is followed
Follow the Malvern Day Camp policies and procedures
Keep inventory of supplies
Submit orders for equipment and supplies when needed
Requirements:
Previously involved in sports programs
Previous Children’s sports coach (preferred)
Previous experience working with children, examples include but not limited to: tutoring, camp counselor, youth volunteer, or classroom assistant
Provide fun, educational and safe activities for campers
Upkeep of Sports equipment
Work effectively with co-workers
Serve as a positive role model to campers
Minimum of 18 years of age
Current First Aid and CPR Certification (The Malvern School provides and pays for, if needed)
Completed Background Checks (FBI, Child Abuse, Criminal)
Completed Mandated Report Training