Gymnastics Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Ready to flip, tumble, and inspire campers this summer? Join our Gymnastics Counselor team and help campers ages 4-15 learn the fundamentals of gymnastics in a fun, safe, and educational environment! You'll create and teach engaging lessons that are age-appropriate, hands-on, and designed to build confidence and skill. You'll lead 35-minute activity periods for groups of up to 16 campers, supported by 1-3 counselors who assist while you take the lead. This position is perfect for a student, teacher, or gymnast with experience or a passion for teaching gymnastics. Come spend your summer helping campers tumble, balance, and grow while being part of a vibrant, dynamic, and unforgettable camp community!

This role runs through our 9 week summer program, from June 22nd to August 21st. Staff training on June 2nd, 4th, and 7th is also required, and adds an additional $200 to the base salary. Regular Camp hours are 8:30am-4:15pm, Monday to Friday. Specialist Instructors are also part of our arrivals and departure team.

DATES, HOURS, AND PAY

8:30am to 4:15pm (this includes a 30-minute break per day)
June 22nd to Aug 21st (9 wks, preferred) or Aug 14th (8 wks) and hours are guaranteed.
Monday to Friday each week except for July 3rd when we are closed.
Salary range is $4225 and up for 9 weeks of work.
Free Camper Tuition for up to 2 children of successful applicants (up to a $14,000 value)
Paid Staff Training (additional $200 total) Tuesday June 2nd 4:30-9pm, Thursday June 4th 4:30-8pm, and Sunday June 7th 9am-4:30pm. All training will have meals provided.
Extra income can be made (up to $1320), working as a Bus Counselor or Extended Day staff.

LOCATION

Sharon, Massachusetts - but with free bus transportation from all over MA! (Boston, Brookline, Somerville, Newton, Milton, Needham, Wellesley, Franklin, Walpole, and more!)
Housing is not included.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Everwood Day Camp is an outdoor focused summer camp featuring many physically demanding activities on land and water. Staff members are regularly required to walk, hike and otherwise move in woods, fields, beaches, and lakes. To perform the job, each staff member of Everwood Day Camp must be physically able to travel around a large rural environment (fields, woods, beach, etc.) over uneven ground on a regular basis. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer!

ESSENTIAL

High-energy, positive, and kid-focused personality
Excellent communication skills with children and adults
Ability to explain and demonstrate the fundamentals of gymnastics
Must have completed high school or equivalent by the summer

PREFERRED

Summer camp experience (either Day or Overnight Camp)
A background and education in childcare/education
A teacher or someone training to be a teacher (or equivalent)

ABOUT EVERWOOD DAY CAMP

At Everwood Day Camp, campers and staff grow together through unforgettable summers on 70 beautiful acres by Lake Massapoag. Campers explore sports, arts, adventure, and waterfront fun, while staff gain real leadership experience, build lifelong friendships, and make a lasting impact. It's a place where everyone learns, plays, and creates memories that last a lifetime. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and affirming community for all members of our staff. As part of this commitment we offer affinity lunches throughout the summer, creating space for connection, support, and shared experiences.

Welcome to ATX Learning

Everwood Day Camp is the perfect place for educators or anyone on an education career path! We are the day camp that looks and feels like a classic New England Sleepaway camp, on a beautiful 350 acre lake and 70 acres of woods, fields and cabins. Our diverse and dynamic team are provided with training and ongoing support throughout the summer, with industry leading staff-to-camper ratios. Joining our community will give you hands-on experience, personal and professional growth!