General Responsibilities:

• Lead, guide and supervise a group of 8-12 children in sports activities from 8:30 a.m-4:30p.m. - Monday-Friday.
• Create, implement and adapt curriculum to best meet the needs and abilities of campers.
• Maintain a fun and engaging presence with campers throughout the entire camp day, as well as and during check-in and check-out times.
• Assist with demonstrating sport skills and teaching rules of play, as well as participate with the campers in many activities.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Greet campers and their families at daily camp check-in.
• Supervise and oversee camper safety during daily sports activities, swimming and lunches. Each counselor will be responsible for the supervision of approximately ten campers.
• Assume responsibility for the safety and physical care of campers.
• Enforce the health and safety regulations of the New York State Dept. of Health and Cornell University.
• Other camp duties as assigned by the CUBS Camp Director.

Qualifications:

• A counselor must be at least 18 years old.
• NOTE1: NCAA bylaw 13.2.3.2, regarding the employment of prospects applies (2008/2009 NCAA Division I Manual).
• NOTE2: NCAA bylaw 13.12.1.7.1.1 Exception -- Employment After Commitment applies (2014/2015 NCAA Division I Manual).
• High School and/or college sports experience.
• Experience working with or supervising children.
• Must be able to work independently and act responsibly. Ability to enforce camp rules and regulations while supervising youth athletes.
• One year of college and past experience in camp counseling preferred.