Youth Recreation Jobs

Aquatic Swim Instructor (Handshake #7336427; UC Jobs #47586)

Swim instructors provide instruction in swimming techniques, skills, and water safety to participants in the Summer Camps. Swim instructors are supervised by the Aquatic Coordinator and the Aquatics Director. Applicants must be able to relate well to children. Swim Instructors must also be able to exercise good judgment and safely supervise children. Applicants must have the sensory abilities (e.g. hearing, seeing) necessary to perform the duties of the position. Previous experience as a swimming instructor is also preferred.

Swim Lesson Coordinator Position Description (Handshake #7336369, UC Jobs #)

Under the direct supervision of the Aquatics Director, the Aquatics Coordinator oversees the Summer Camp swimming lessons: Group Lessons, Private Lessons, Camp Lessons, and Advanced Aquatic Lessons. Applicants must demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills. Aquatics Coordinators must be well-organized, be able to set priorities, take direction, and multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must also have the sensory abilities (e.g. hearing, seeing) necessary to perform the duties of the position required. Experience supervising swim instructors, swimming lessons, & aquatics facilities is preferred.

Questions? Contact: 

Spencer Hawkins, Aquatics Director (shawkins@berkeley.edu)

Youth Program Instructor (Group Leader/Instructor) (Handshake #7339955; UC Jobs #): 

Group Leaders/Instructors provide supervision to campers at Blue and Explorer Camps. Group Leaders/Instructors are supervised by the Camp Lead and the Assistant Camp Lead(s). Group Leaders/Instructors must have experience with children (ages 5 and older). Applicants must demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to exercise good judgment and safely supervise children. Applicants must also be skilled in the activity that will be taught and/or have received formal training in activity. Experience teaching activity as an instructor, coach, etc. is required. Group Leaders/Instructors must also have the sensory abilities (e.g. hearing, seeing) necessary to perform the duties of the position required.

Questions? Contact:

Kaitlyn Dividock, Recreational Youth Camps Supervisor (kaitlyndividock@berkeley.edu)

Intervention & Support Specialist (Handshake #7336615; UC Jobs #47219): 

The Intervention and Inclusion program runs throughout the duration of UC Berkeley Youth Recreation's summer youth programming, integrating into Blue, Explorer, Gymnastics, and Skate Camp as needed to offer individualized and thoughtful support to campers with differing needs. The program offers close supervision and trained intervention to help youth enrolled in camps successfully participate in activities and with their peers. The program is intended to serve campers with a range of different needs and assist camp staff in understanding how to best support those needs with the goal of ensuring all campers have an enriching, safe, and fun camp experience. Intervention and Inclusion responsibilities are conducted by staff members, called Intervention and Support Specialists, who have experience, training, and/or education specifically in the Child Development/Psychology and Social Service field(s) or have a passion for working with youth who need additional accommodations (e.g., challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication, etc.).

Questions? Contact:

Kaitlyn Dividock, Recreational Youth Camps Supervisor (kaitlyndividock@berkeley.edu)

Operations & Grounds Assistant (Handshake #7336749): 

The Ops & Grounds Assistant is primarily responsible for the set up, take down, and maintenance of equipment and facility grounds for UC Berkeley Youth Rec.'s summer Blue Camp program. The Ops & Grounds Assistant arrives before the start of the camp day to direct and assist with the set up equipment and prepare the facility and activity grounds for the day. At the end of the camp day, the Ops & Grounds Assist organizes the take down of equipment and the closing of the camp facility. During the camp day, the Ops & Grounds Assistant keeps equipment inventory up to date, performs any maintenance that may be needed, and assists instructional and operational staff. In addition, as the bulk of the Ops & Grounds Assistant’s daily tasks take place during the beginning and end of the camp day, they may spend part of their day assisting in the running of camp in either an instructional or group management capacity, if needed.

Questions? Contact:

Kaitlyn Dividock, Recreational Youth Camps Supervisor (kaitlyndividock@berkeley.edu)

Camp EMT/Paramedic

The primary responsibility of the Medical Staff member is to provide care that emphasizes the use of appropriate skills, knowledge, and abilities (e.g. health care, first aid, and general support) to assure the comfort, safety, and well being of the Summer Camp participants (ages 5-15) and to the recreational swimming patrons (infants to adults). Individuals in this position must reflect a balance and understanding of both patient care needs and efficient program operations. This staff member reports directly to the Camp Coordinators and the Director. All applicants must have sensory abilities, e.g. hearing and sight, necessary to perform the duties of the position. Having a NREMT certification is preferred.

Questions? Contact: 

Kaitlyn Dividock, Recreational Youth Camps Supervisor (kaitlyndividock@berkeley.edu)

Adventures Activity Instructor (Handshake #7327038 (General), #7531211 (Sailing), #7531231 (Rock Climbing), #7531315 (Ecology/Outdoor Science) ; UC Jobs #49918)

Under the supervision of the Youth Program Manager, an Adventures Activity Instructor will lead groups of 8-17 year-olds in a specific skill area. Adventures activities include sailing, sea kayaking, rock climbing, stand-up paddleboarding, windsurfing, general outdoor recreation, and leadership development. A minimum of Community First Aid and CPR certification and extensive experience teaching one or more of the skill areas is required. Instructors for Discovery and Adventure Camps are also asked to have a valid California Driver’s License. Please read the specifications below before applying for a position. Applicants without experience will not be considered.

Questions? Contact:

Lauren Gregory, Youth Programs Coordinator (laurengregory@berkeley.edu)

Junior Counselor (JC) (UC Jobs #47915):

The Junior Counselor (JC) position is a paid internship position for high school students to learn the beginning requirements of youth supervision, youth mentorship, communication, and teamwork. Junior Counselors will enhance their leadership skills and learn job skills required for this UC Berkeley program. The Junior Counselor learning goal is to be able to provide assistance and leadership for the main Group Leaders/Instructors. In addition, the Junior Counselor goal is to gain confidence, responsibility, and role model skills for the campers.

Counselor-in-Training (CIT):

The Counselor-in-Training (CIT) position is a volunteer position for high school students to learn the requirements of youth supervision and responsibility. Counselors-in-Training will enhance leadership skills and learn job skills required for this UC Berkeley program. Counselors-in-Training will support and shadow Group Leaders/Instructors throughout the camp session and learn how to provide mentorship and guidance to campers.

Questions? Contact:

Prospective Counselors In Training may apply by sending a Résumé and Letter of Interest to Kaitlyn Dividock, Youth Camps Supervisor (kaitlyndividock@berkeley.edu). If selected for an interview, you will be notified by e-mail in mid-April. View the Job Description.

Martial Arts Youth Camp Instructor (Handshake #7340288 ; UC Jobs #29202)

The University of California Martial Arts Program is hiring staff for its annual summer camp. We are looking for instructors and assistant instructors who can teach children the wonderful skills and life lessons of martial arts. In addition, we aim to provide students with the basic fundamentals of martial arts in order for them to build confidence and have the ability to defend themselves should the situation ever arise.

Questions? Contact:

Russell Ahn (ahnc@berkeley.edu)

Martial Arts Youth Camp Coordinator (Handshake #7340260 ; UC Jobs #)

The University of California Martial Arts Program is hiring a camp coordinator for its annual summer camp. We are looking for a coordinator who can support the administrative needs of a camp program that teaches children the wonderful skills and life lessons of martial arts. In addition, we aim to provide students with the basic fundamentals of martial arts for them to build confidence and have the ability to defend themselves should the situation ever arise.

Questions? Contact:

Russell Ahn (ahnc@berkeley.edu)

Skateboarding Program Instructor (Handshake #: 5765375; UC Jobs #29403)

Skateboarding Program Instructors provide supervision and instruction to campers enrolled in Skateboard Camp with Youth Skateboarding. Skateboarding Program Instructors are supervised by the Skate Program Coordinator. Skateboarding Program Instructors must have experience leading and teaching skateboard techniques and safety skills + activities for with children (ages 8 and older). Applicants must demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills. Skateboarding Program Instructors must also have the ability to exercise good judgment and safely supervise children. Experience as a Skateboard Instructor, Youth Program Leader/Instructor, etc. is required. Instructors must also have the sensory abilities (e.g. hearing, seeing) necessary to perform the duties of the position required.

Questions? Contact:

Sean O’Loughlin (sko@berkeley.edu)

Gymnastics Program Instructor (Handshake #5655848; UC Jobs #28396)

Gymnastics Program Instructors provide supervision and instruction to gymnasts enrolled in recreational classes with Youth Gymnastics. The Head Coach and the Lead Recreation Program Coach supervise Gymnastics Program Instructors. Gymnastics Program Instructors must have experience leading recreational gymnastics activities for with children (ages 4 and older). Applicants must demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills. Gymnastics Program Instructors must also have the ability to exercise good judgment and safely supervise children. Experience teaching activity as a gymnastics instructor, coach, etc. is required. Instructors must also have the sensory abilities (e.g. hearing, seeing) necessary to perform the duties of the position required.

Questions? Contact:

Liz Lavin, Head Coach (lizparks@berkeley.edu)

Blue & Explorer Camp Lead Position Description (Handshake #7336968; UC Jobs #)

Under the direct supervision of the Youth Camps Supervisor, the Camp Lead oversees all on-location aspects of the camp, including the camp program and staff, customer service, and risk management. Applicants for Camp Lead positions must have experience teaching or working with children. They must demonstrate effective successful interpersonal and communication skills. Applicants must be well organized, able to set priorities, take direction, and multitask in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must also have the sensory abilities (e.g. hearing, seeing) necessary to perform the duties of the position required.

Questions? Contact:

Questions? Contact Kaitlyn Dividock, Youth Camps Supervisor (kaitlyndividock@berkeley.edu).

Blue & Explorer Camp Instruction Coordinator (Handshake #7336815)

The Instruction Coordinator reports directly to the Youth Camps and Seasonal Programs Supervisor and is primarily responsible for establishing quality camp instructors’ lesson plans, expanding the range of activities offered, and creating a skill progression in the lessons. The Instruction Coordinator is responsible for reviewing the program's historical lesson plans, and developing a new rubric and archive of lesson plans for future use to ensure program quality. The Instruction Coordinator will provide constructive coaching and feedback to the instructors including leading an in-person training workshop for instructors on the fundamentals of running engaging activities with measurable goals and objectives. The Instruction Coordinator will actively observe instructors teaching to ensure that they are facilitating their activity lessons with consistency and maximizing camper engagement, and provide in-the-moment corrective action as needed.

Questions? Contact Kaitlyn Dividock, Youth Camps Supervisor (kaitlyndividock@berkeley.edu).

Esports Program Specialist (Handshake #7338129)

Esports/Media Production Specialists provide instruction and support to enrolled participants as assigned in a camp or interim recreational program environment. Esports/Media Production Program Specialists are further responsible for developing lesson plans that correspond with assigned classes and activities, providing feedback to youth participants, and supporting the upkeep of the recreational facilities and outdoor spaces in support of providing a safe and nurturing environment. Other program-related tasks may be assigned as needed or appropriate.

Questions? Contact Kaitlyn Dividock, Youth Camps Supervisor (kaitlyndividock@berkeley.edu).

Media Production Program Specialist (Handshake #7338423)

Esports/Media Production Specialists provide instruction and support to enrolled Recreational Youth participants as assigned in a camp or interim recreational program environment. Esports/Media Production Program Specialists are further responsible for developing lesson plans that correspond with assigned classes and activities, providing feedback to youth participants, and supporting the upkeep of the recreational facilities and outdoor spaces in support of providing a safe and nurturing environment. Other program-related tasks may be assigned as needed or appropriate.

*We also hire Media Production Instructors. If interested, apply to the same posting on Handshake! 

Questions? Contact Kaitlyn Dividock, Youth Camps Supervisor (kaitlyndividock@berkeley.edu).

Camp Administrative Assistant (Handshake#7645903)

Administrative Assistants support the creation of youth camp schedules, provide clerical support, provide customer service assistance, and complete other tasks as assigned by the Youth Camps Supervisor, Youth Program Coordinator, and/or Camp Leads and Asst. Leads at their respective camp. Administrative Assistants also assist with the preparation, maintenance, and processing of all office forms and paperwork accurately and promptly.

Questions? Contact Kaitlyn Dividock, Youth Camps Supervisor (kaitlyndividock@berkeley.edu).

Camp Counselor Position Description (Handshake #7605982)

Camp Counselors must have experience with children (ages 5 and older). Applicants must demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to exercise good judgment and safely supervise children. Applicants must also be skilled in the activity that will be taught and/or have received formal training in activity. Experience teaching activity as an instructor, coach, etc. is required.

Questions? Contact:

Contact Aniya Williams, UVA Youth Program Coordinator (aniyawilliams223@berkeley.edu).

Questions? Contact:

Liz Lavin, Head Coach (lizparks@berkeley.edu)

Questions? Contact:

Sean O'Loughlin (sko@berkeley.edu)

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