Sports Instructor, School Break Camps

Job Overview

JCC Greater Boston is looking for enthusiastic Sports Specialists to design and lead engaging athletic activities for children in grades K‑5 at our School Break Camps (December, February, Passover, and April school breaks). Specialists act as role models, creating safe, inclusive, and fun program areas where kids can explore, play, and build confidence through physical activity.

You'll spend your day teaching sports skills and leading games. You'll plan age‑appropriate activities, adapt them to meet the needs of different campers, and keep things safe, engaging, and fun. Beyond your specialty, you’ll also be part of the camp team: helping with transitions, supporting special events, and ensuring campers feel included and connected.

• Basketball
• Soccer
• Floor Hockey
• Kickball
• Dodgeball
• Wiffle Ball
• Flag Football
• Ultimate Frisbee
• And More!

At our camps, the best part of the day is simple: the campers. Staff say their favorite moments are playing games, cheering campers on at swim, creating art together, and bonding over shared interests. Staff describe camp as fun, dynamic, and inclusive. Here, you’ll gain leadership skills, make lasting friendships, and create unforgettable experiences—for campers and yourself.

JCC Greater Boston is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values – Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation.

• Bonding with the campers
• Activities
• Free swim
• Leadership opportunities
• Making close friends with co‑counselors

• December Camp:
  December 24, 26, 29, 30, 31 and January 2
• February Camp:
  February 16, 17, 18, 19, 20
• Passover Camp:
  April 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
• Spring Break Camp:
  April 20, 21, 22, 23, 24

• Full Day (8:30 am – 4:30 pm, 8 hours)
• Morning Shift (7:30 am – 3:30 pm, 8 hours)
• Afternoon Shift (10 am – 6 pm, 8 hours)

• Plan, prepare, and lead age‑appropriate activities in your specialty area
• Ensure the safety and well‑being of campers during activities
• Create a fun, inclusive, and supportive environment that encourages skill‑building and exploration
• Work in partnership with counselors and camp leadership to provide a cohesive, positive camper experience
• Maintain, organize, and request necessary supplies and equipment
• Adapt activities to meet the needs and abilities of diverse campers
• Support camp‑wide special events and large‑group programming as assigned
• Assist with overall camp operations as needed (drop‑off/pick‑up, transitions, lunch, supervision, etc.)

• Actively create a welcoming dynamic that contributes to an environment where each individual is valued and respected
• Actively participate as an essential team member
• Support JCC Greater Boston's mission, vision, and values of belonging, joyfulness, collaboration, and transformation, including through role modeling
• Enthusiastically represent the organization, model excellence and achievement
• Attend JCCGB meetings and trainings as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

This is an hourly position offering great perks, including JCC Health & Fitness center access during employment, a supportive, vibrant in‑person work environment, and a competitive starting pay rate of $17 per hour. Pay rate will ultimately be determined by relevant qualifications, experience, and JCC's internal equity.

Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive, diverse community by nurturing meaningful, lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connections, learning, and experiences for the Jewish community…