Day Camp Activity Leader - Athletics
Job Location
NYAC Travers Island - Pelham Manor, NY, United States
Job Description
About the New York Athletic Club and the Winged Foot Day Camp: The New York Athletic Club, one of the world's premier clubs, is seeking a Day Camp Activity Leader (Sports) at the Travers Island property located in Pelham, NY. The candidate for this position will be a part of the Winged Foot Day Camp team and will conduct general sports classes. They will also assist with leading camp wide activities.
The Winged Foot Day Camp is the perfect opportunity for children of members to gain a full camp experience, take advantage of the world class facilities at Travers Island, and create memories to last a lifetime. Campers will participate in several sports, creative arts, theme days, and off campus field trips
Job Description and Responsibilities
• Create lesson plans to provide basic sport instruction to campers ages 5-13 years old
• Provide fun, engaging, instructional activities for campers
• Create a fun, safe, and inclusive learning environment for campers
• Maintain a clean work space and inventory for all equipment
• Enforce safety rules and regulations of the Club
• Be able to cultivate and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, campers, parents/guardians
• Be flexible to meet changing work needs and demands
• Attend pre-camp training in June 2025
The Winged Foot Day Camp is the perfect opportunity for children of members to gain a full camp experience, take advantage of the world class facilities at Travers Island, and create memories to last a lifetime. Campers will participate in several sports, creative arts, theme days, and off campus field trips
Job Description and Responsibilities
• Create lesson plans to provide basic sport instruction to campers ages 5-13 years old
• Provide fun, engaging, instructional activities for campers
• Create a fun, safe, and inclusive learning environment for campers
• Maintain a clean work space and inventory for all equipment
• Enforce safety rules and regulations of the Club
• Be able to cultivate and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, campers, parents/guardians
• Be flexible to meet changing work needs and demands
• Attend pre-camp training in June 2025
Job Requirements
• Minimum 2 years of experience working with children
• Minimum 2 years of experience in facilitating a group session
• Must be 18 years or older
• Pass NYS and national background check
• Transportation to and from Travers Island required
• Be available 40 hours per week during June-August 2025
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work on a team
• Ability to motivate youth, manage behavior problems, and keep youth engaged in activities
• Possess effective customer service skills
• Demonstrate responsible and professional conduct
• Be open to feedback and desire to grow professionally
• Able to handle multiple tasks efficiently and accurately
• Knowledge in lesson planning and youth sports programs/activities
• Minimum 2 years of experience in facilitating a group session
• Must be 18 years or older
• Pass NYS and national background check
• Transportation to and from Travers Island required
• Be available 40 hours per week during June-August 2025
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work on a team
• Ability to motivate youth, manage behavior problems, and keep youth engaged in activities
• Possess effective customer service skills
• Demonstrate responsible and professional conduct
• Be open to feedback and desire to grow professionally
• Able to handle multiple tasks efficiently and accurately
• Knowledge in lesson planning and youth sports programs/activities
How To Apply
Please email resume to Denise Lacen, Human Resources Manager, at resumesti@nyac.org
Contact Information
| Contact | Denise Lacen Human Resources Manager New York Athletic Club - Travers Island |
|---|---|
| Fax | 212-767-7076 |
| resumesti@nyac.org | |
| Website | www.nyac.org |