Gymnastics Program Provider

Reports to

Camp Chris Division Leads / Program & Resources Coordinator

Summer n’s - Camp Chris

Monday–Friday, 8:30 am – 4:15 pm
Multiple 40‑minute sessions per day, grouped by grade levels.

June 8 – June 15, 2026

June 16 – August 19, 2026

$20 – $25 per hour

The Gymnastics Program Provider leads campers in engaging and developmentally appropriate gymnastics instruction that emphasizes movement, coordination, strength, and confidence. Serving campers from Grade 1 through Grade 9, the provider will adapt each 40‑minute session to suit a wide range of skill levels while maintaining a fun and supportive camp atmosphere.

• Instructional Delivery:
  Plan and lead 40‑minute gymnastics sessions focused on core skills such as balance, flexibility, tumbling, body control, and spatial awareness.
• Age Group Differentiation:
  Tailor instruction to meet the varying developmental stages of early elementary (Grades K–3), upper elementary (Grades 4–5), and middle school (Grades 6–9) campers.
• Safety and Supervision:
  Ensure the safety of all participants through appropriate skill progressions, proper spotting techniques, clear instructions, and well‑maintained equipment.
• Program Variety:
  Incorporate both structured skill‑building drills and fun, movement‑based games that reinforce gymnastic fundamentals and keep campers engaged.
• Equipment Management:
  Set up, monitor, and clean up gymnastics equipment daily. Maintain an organized and hazard‑free instructional area.
• Positive Reinforcement:
  Encourage campers through positive feedback and goal‑setting. Foster an environment that celebrates effort, not just ability.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with counselors and camp leaders to support transitions, integrate weekly themes, and participate in larger camp activities.
• Inclusive Culture:
  Promote participation, resilience, and respect among campers, creating a space where all children—regardless of experience level—feel confident and included.

• Prior experience coaching or instructing gymnastics with children and youth in a school, gym, or camp setting.
• Strong understanding of developmental gymnastics progressions and safe movement practices.
• Comfort working with a range of ages from Pre‑K through middle school.
• Background in Physical Education, Coaching, Kinesiology, Early Childhood Education, or related field preferred.
• Current First Aid and CPR certifications required (training available during orientation).
• Knowledge of basic equipment such as floor mats, balance beams, wedges, and tumbling aids.

• Standing/sitting for long periods of time.
• Bending, lifting, pushing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, stooping.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to reach and above shoulder height to access higher areas of equipment, etc.
• Must be capable of adapting to frequent changes in position throughout the workday.
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone.
• Use of hands and fingers for manipulation, and using computer keyboard, educational tools, play equipment, and perform first aid and CPR.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.

Summer n’s is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community. We welcome applications from under‑represented groups. We seek applicants who demonstrate a commitment to multiculturalism and diversity that is manifested in work with all those who engage with Summer n’s.

• Kindness:
  Promoting stronger, more harmonious relationships and communities.
• Community:
  Building strong bonds and a sense of belonging among campers and staff.
• Honesty:
  Fostering trust and cooperation, contributing to personal and societal well‑being.
• Respect:
  Teaching respect for oneself, others, and the environment.

St. John’s Prep is an inclusive, Catholic, Xaverian Brothers–sponsored school for young men in grades 6 through 12. Founded on the Xaverian values of compassion, humility, simplicity, trust, and zeal, we educate students to be, do, and stand for good in the world. We enroll approximately 1,500 students from more than 90 communities in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine.

Interested candidates are asked to apply online via Paylocity. Questions can be directed to Jackson Tingle at summer.