Position Description and Candidate Specifications forSummer Camp Cheer CoachCamp Description, Locations, WebsiteWiz Kids Sports Camps are seasonal youth sports camps that offer athletic and academic enrichment to participants.http://www.wizkidscamps.comJob TitleCheer Coach QualificationsPrior cheerleading experience at the high school and/or college level.Prior experience working in a camp environment is a plus.Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage with campers, staff, and leadership.Ability to lead, motivate, and supervise groups of children in an active camp environment.Demonstrated commitment to maintaining a safe, positive, inclusive, and engaging environment for all campers.Experience developing or facilitating age-appropriate drills, practices, games, or recreational activities.Previous summer camp, youth development, education, recreation, or childcare experience.CPR, First Aid, AED, or other applicable safety certification.Experience working with children of varying ages, abilities, and skill levels. Position ResponsibilitiesThe Cheer Coach is responsible for helping to teach fundamental skills as well as more advanced strategy.The Cheer Head Coach supervises and guide campers through the day‐to-day activities of the overall camp experience including field trips.Develop and lead daily sport-specific drill and game components.Ensure the welfare of campers and positive resolution of camper related issues by communicating clearly and consistently with camp leadership staff.Willingness to comply with Suspected Child Abuse Reporting (Subsection (a)(6) of 325 ILCS 5-4).Additional duties as contracted.Camp HoursMonday to Friday 8:30-4:30pm - this is subject to change dependent on camper enrollment and grade class sizes. *Please note these are the tentative dates for the Operation of the Wiz Kids 2027 Camp Season.EventHomewood-FlossmoorWhitney YoungStaff OrientationMay 29, 2027June 5, 2027Camp Move-InJune 4–6, 2027June 11–12, 2027Camp Operation DatesJune 7-August 6, 2027June 14-August 6, 2027CompensationStarting at $25/hrApplicationTo apply for this position please open the link below to our career site. Complete the application and it will be sent to the Human Resources department for processing. Why Coach With Wiz Kids?As a Wiz Kids Coach, you'll have the opportunity to turn your passion for sports into meaningful leadership experience while helping campers develop confidence, teamwork, sportsmanship, and athletic skills. You'll strengthen your coaching, communication, group-management, and leadership abilities while taking ownership of your program. Coaches who successfully complete the season may also be eligible for recommendation letter support and future return opportunities, along with receiving Wiz Kids gear for the summer!https://wizkidscamps.isolvedhire.com