Camp Coach

and the job listing Expires on March 15, 2026

Join our team at ESF Camps:
Be a Hero to Campers as a Coach at ESF Camps!

Are you ready to embark on a thrilling adventure filled with laughter, learning, and unforgettable moments? At ESF Camps, we are on a mission to create a summer like no other for campers from preschool to 8th grade. We are looking for energetic and passionate people to join our team and make a positive impact while having a blast!

A Coach handles camper group management and assists with sports instruction and games in ESF’s Multi‑Sports Camp. Coaches are hired in one of the following age groups:

• Rising 1st grade
• Rising 2nd & 3rd grades

Why ESF?

• Inspire Young Minds
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  Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children while receiving comprehensive training and support.
• Unleash Your Potential
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  We offer internships, fieldwork, and overall professional development opportunities.
• Become a Leader
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  Gain valuable leadership experience as you supervise and mentor children.
• Positive Environment:
  Experience being part of a team guided by ESF Core Values.

The Value of an ESF Job, Internship, or Field Experience

Team Members experience the following components as part of a paid internship, field experience, or summer job:

• Paid summer job opportunities: ESF jobs and internships are paid.
• Internship‑related components: Training, mentoring, and goal‑based evaluations.
• Structured, Educational: Experience supervising children in a structured environment with educational activities and established curriculum.
• Convenient summer schedule
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  Opportunity to work up to 8‑10 weeks, mainly weekdays only.
• Convenient Summer Schedule
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  Enjoy nights and weekends off.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
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  Increase your earnings through referrals from your network.
• Free
  
  Certifications:
  
  Reimbursements are available for qualified roles.
• Camp Tuition: Enjoy a significantly discounted tuition rate exclusively for Team members’ children.

Requirements:

• Sports Background:
  • Experience playing youth, scholastic, or college sports preferred, especially soccer, basketball, baseball, softball, football, and/or lacrosse.
  • Prior experience playing high school, club, or college sports preferred.
• Experience: We are looking for experience working with children.
  • Previous experience working with children in a camp setting is preferred.
  • Youth coaching experience preferred.
• Age Requirements: Must be at least age 18 by the start of camp.
• Hours
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  Typically, from 8:30 am to 3:40 pm, Monday to Friday, with opportunities for extended hours for additional income.
• Schedule Commitment
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  Any schedule changes or time off must be pre‑approved by the site director.
• Required Training: Complete all required ESF and state‑mandated training and onboarding.
• Dress Code: Maintain the “ESF Look” (camp uniform) and embody the spirit of the camp.
• Dive into the Camp Day!Promote and participate in daily sports activities with enthusiasm, collaborating effectively with fellow coaches.
  • Assist with skill instruction periods in various sports including baseball, softball, basketball, soccer, flag football, team handball, lacrosse, and street hockey.
  • Help to instruct and act as a referee in various sports.
• Safety & Positive Group Management: Ensure the safety and well‑being of campers with an emphasis on positive behavior and effective group management. Promptly report any concerns to the Site Director.
• Be the Ultimate Role Model: Supervise campers, while fostering a positive, welcoming, and safe environment.
  • Demonstrate ESF Core Values & Code daily, from “Gratitude” to “Bring It” daily.
  • Model the ESF Virtues of Character (Gratitude, Respect, Trustworthiness, Effort, Kindness, Positivity, Resilience, Community) in camp daily.
  • Adhere to all company policies.
• Communication: Maintain clear, concise, and engaging communication with campers, families, peers, and our leadership team.

Reporting Relationships:

• Reports directly to and takes direction from the Camp Director, with additional accountability to the Site Director.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Push/pull, lift, and carry a minimum of thirty‑five (35) pounds across campus. Work outside, upright, and mobile for six (6) to eight (8) hours per day
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