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 Instructors and Assistants 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, snacks, and special visits;
• Preparing for camp activities, completing attendance reports, completing camp paperwork 
• Setting up and breaking down equipment before and after camp, including inspecting and reporting unsafe equipment.

Gymnastics Summer Camp runs from June 23 - August 15 (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 a few Saturdays. Camp hours are from 9:00am-3:00pm, working hours for camp are from 8:30am-3:30pm. Several positions are available.

Selection Criteria

Applications are being accepted for the following positions:

SUMMER RECREATION ASSISTANT II: $16.32/Hourly  
Assisting with managing recreation activities, behavior management of participants, and evaluations of activities.

RECREATION INSTRUCTOR I: $21.02/Hourly 
Assisting in the planning and managing recreation activities, behavior management of participants, and the evaluations of activities and participants.
 
RECREATION INSTRUCTOR II: $24.93/Hourly 
Planning and leading recreation and gymnastics activities.

SUMMER RECREATION ASSISTANT II  

• Less than High School Diploma/Equivalent, including currently enrolled student
• Experience working with youth or administering summer camp/recreation programs. 

RECREATION INSTRUCTOR I

• High school/GED; plus
• 400 hours of technical gymnastics experience, including any work, volunteer, or formal art participation.

RECREATION INSTRUCTOR II

• High school/GED; plus
• 800 hours of technical gymnastics experience, including any work, volunteer, or formal art participation. Must have 50 hours as an instructor. 

* Instructor Substitution: Additional education in a related field may be substituted for the experience requirement, with each year of post-high school education substituting for 400 hours of technical experience. However, additional education may not substitute the instructing hours. 

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

Desirables: Preference may be given to candidates with experience/certification in the following:

• Working in Summer Camp programs or Arlington Camps; 
• Interest and/or experience in promoting physical fitness;
• Teaching gymnastics or involvement in a competitive or recreational gymnastics program;
• Experience and/or willingness to work with individuals with disabilities; and/or
• Possess gymnastics certification(s).

Special Requirements

If selected, all summer staff may be required to:

• Agree to a criminal background check (for applicants 18 years and older).
• Provide references, which may be included to this application.
• Attend all required trainings, wear a uniform, and have the ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Stand and walk for a prolonged periods of time during the work shift.
• Be CPR and First Aid Certified by the first day of camp for designated positions.
• Possess a driver license and successfully complete a driving license record check (for applicants 18 years and older).
• Provide personal care as needed to campers (training provided).
• Arlington County requires that all employees have a bank account to accept direct payroll deposits.  

Additional Information

Work Hours:  Monday - Friday, 8:30 am – 3:30pm.

Employee Discount: Summer camp employees can receive a 20% discount on camp fees for their children! To learn more go to: Summer Camp Employment FAQs – Official Website of Arlington County Virginia Government (arlingtonva.us).

Interviews will be conducted on a continuous basis. Interested applicants should apply as soon as possible. Written notifications will be sent to applicants who applied but were not hired once all positions are filled. Generally, these notifications are sent in mid-July.   

Applicants may attach a resume in addition to completing the online application. Attaching a resume without completion of the application will be considered "an incomplete application". 

For further information about the selection process or specific camp job duties: please email gymnasticscamp@arlingtonva.us.