Summer Camp Gymnastics - Instructor I/II

Arlington County VA
Arlington, VA

Important Notice: Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume, it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

This announcement is specific to the Gymnastic Camp. If interested in other camp program areas, you must apply directly to those positions.

The Department of Parks & Recreation (DPR) Gymnastics Camp is seeking Camp Gymnastics Instructors I/II to support camp programs and instruct campers ages 6-9 years old in beginner-intermediate level gymnastics skills.

Job Duties:

  • Teaching gymnastics skills, managing gymnastics rotations, overseeing camp activities such as crafts, games (inside/outside), water day, and other activities as scheduled; 
  • Supervising campers during activities, snack and lunch, and special visits;
  • Preparing for camp activities, completing attendance reports, completing camp paperwork; and
  • Set up and breakdown equipment before and after camp, including inspecting and reporting unsafe equipment.

Gymnastics Summer Camp runs from June 22 - August 14 (core camp dates). Staff must be able to commit to working at least the first half (sessions 1- 4) or second half of camp (sessions 5-8). Mandatory Trainings begin mid to late May through June, which will include online courses, virtual and in-person trainings during weekday evenings, and possibly Saturdays. Camp hours are from 9:00am-3:00pm, working hours for camp are from 8:30am-3:30pm. Several positions are available.

Successful candidates will have good character and integrity, effective communication skills, reliable transportation, the ability to complete tasks, take initiative, and work successfully in a team environment.  Training in teaching gymnastics skills will be provided.

  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Manual Labor
  • Mathematics
  • Mental and Physical Evaluations
  • Problem Solving
  • Reading and Writing
  • Technical Support
  • Training
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