J Camps Head of Athletics

Founded in 1854, the Baltimore Jewish Community Center (JCC) has evolved into an organization of vitality and diversity. In keeping with its Jewish values, the JCC is committed to enhancing the general welfare of the total community.  If you are looking for a job where the work environment is both stimulating and supportive and the mission is focused on promoting and strengthening Jewish life and values, then the JCC could be the place for you.

Inspired by the work we do every day, the JCC is an organization centered by Jewish values and focused on creating meaningful experiences and opportunities to enrich, connect, and positively impact our community.

We pride ourselves on our inclusive and welcoming workplace and celebrate the diversity of our employees. 

We value all members of our team in a supportive environment in which everyone is treated with appreciation and respect and positioned to do their best work every day.

SUMMARY:

Our head of athletics will have the exciting role of teaching sports to our J Day Campers and leading a team of three people. They will create an 8-week athletics curriculum that will teach the campers about teamwork, sportsmanship, and basic hand eye coordination. The ideal candidate will have experience teaching or coaching a sport and leading a small team.

Length of Position:

• June 23^rd, 2025 - August 15^th, 2025- approx. hours 8:15-4:45pm

Pre-Camp Duties

• June 12th-5:30 PM- 8:30 PM NEW STAFF ONLY
• June 16th-5:00 PM- 8:30 PM
• June 17th- 11 AM- 6:00 PM
• June 18^th- 12:00 PM – 8:30 PM Back to Camp Night
• June 20^th -8:15am to 4:45pm

WHAT YOU WILL DO: 

• Develop an eight-week cooking curriculum that focuses on different sports and skills each week
  • Lessons must be age appropriate.
• Work with the head of sports camp to take inventory of supplies and line the fields.
• Be knowledgeable of the rules of sports and how to teach children
• Supervise, participate, and administer athletic activities for children ages 4 to 14
• Plan activities and events that are exciting, challenging and value.
• Work cooperatively with camp leadership, counselors, and other departments.
• Supervise a team of three people
• Perform specific scheduled assignments, including but not limited to carpool. 
• Check in with supervisor daily to discuss any concerns or problems concerning campers and facilities.
• Be a consistent role model for campers.
• Create a weekly staffing schedule of all athletic periods
• Ensure that the facility (fields and gyms) is kept clean and safe, so that children are in a safe and comfortable environment.
• Ensure that campers know and follow safety procedures during camp programs.
• Attend pre-camp staff training.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE HAS:

• Experience at summer camp or similar environment preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent required; college credits and formal experience in cooking preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with youth (4 to 15), specifically around athletics.
• An understanding of sports and teamwork.
• Willingness to follow / give directions and work as a team member.
• Strong leadership and organization skills.
• Willingness to ask for assistance when needed or desired.

WHO YOU ARE:

• High School diploma or equivalent required; college credits and formal experience in teaching athletics preferred.
• Additional training and certifications in physical education or a related field is preferred

PHYSICAL SKILLS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to spend time sitting and using a computer, laptop or phone. The employee may also be required to frequently be on their feet for long periods of time. The employee will be required to be outside for extended periods of time and must be able to sustain time walking in hot temperatures.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

The work environment may be fast paced and requires high energy and interaction with others. The workspace may be noisy, at times.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Benefit & Perks: J Camps offers a complimentary family membership to the Jewish Community Center from June through December 202. Discounts are also available on summer camp up to one camper for free and any additional camper(s) 50% off.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and incumbent will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by supervisor or other management, as required. The JCC reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the needs arise. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In keeping with our Jewish values, we are dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship, veteran's status, physical or mental disability that does not prohibit the performance of essential job functions (with or without reasonable accommodation) or any other basis protected by federal, or applicable, state or local law. We welcome everyone interested in our mission to join us. If you require accommodation, please contact us and we will make every effort to meet your needs.

The Associated: Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore and its Agencies are equal opportunity employers, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship, veteran's status, physical or mental disability that does not prohibit the performance of essential job functions (with or without reasonable accommodation) or any other basis protected by federal, or applicable, state or local law.