Athletics Specialists for Summer 2026 in Central New Jersey!

SECURE A JOB FOR SUMMER 2026 NOW!Ideal candidate should be living in Central New Jersey over the summer months.Camp Dates: June 29 – August 21 (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:15pm) No Camp Friday July 3rd. One of the most rewarding jobs you will ever have in your life. A Summer at Oak Crest Day Camp is more than just a Summer Job, it is an opportunity to reach your full potential while helping others reach theirs.If you are a High School Senior, College Student or Teacher with available summers and want to work with children ages 3-15, our camp is the place to be.We are currently looking for the following position in ATHLETICS:Soccer / Baseball / Fencing / Pickleball / Basketball / Lacrosse (LAX) / Gymnastics / Archery / Skateboarding / Pre-School Athletics (Soccer/Basketball)We are also looking for Challenge Course/Ropes Course Instructors and Lifeguard/Swim Instructors!All of these positions require you to be:Responsible for the supervision of campers (with counselor support), provide instruction, and a safe and fun learning environment, while serving as a positive role model for campers. Activity Specialists also have the opportunity to work extended hours doing lessons for additional income ($40 per half hour).Essential Job Responsibilities:Ensure safety of campers and team members in and out of the fencing areaEnforce all rules and regulationsDaily supervision of your areaGroup supervision of campers with attention to behavior and group management, health, safety, security, and personal and skill developmentDaily instruction to campers between the ages of 6 and 15 with different ability levelsUse effective management skills to lead the activity and effectively create an inclusive and fun environmentMotivate campers by creating fun for them in your activity (i.e. songs, games, cheers, etc.)Encourage creativity and critical thinkingWork effectively with fellow Activity Specialists and Counselors; collaborate on daily responsibilitiesServe as a positive role model to campersAble to work outside, upright and mobile for six (6) to eight (8) hours per dayOutstanding communication skills which include the ability to use clear, concise and grammatically correct written and oral language in all aspects of professional interaction with campers, their families, peers, leadership team and the larger communityExperience in your areaReports directly to and takes direction from the Division Head.Apply Online: https://www.oakcrestdaycamp.com/staff/apply-now/Oak Crest Day Camp offers LOTS OF FUN for staff, including staff parties and outings. Come work with us to make a difference working with today's youth.Oak Crest Day Camp is located in Franklin Township.Our campers and staff join us from: Bridgewater, Hillsborough, Warren, Watchung, Basking Ridge, Belle Mead, Bound Brook, Branchburg, Colonia, Cranbury, East Brunswick, Edison, Flemington, Fords, Franklin Park, Green Brook, Highland Park, Kendall Park, Martinsville, Metuchen, Middlesex, Milltown, Monmouth Junction, Neshanic Station, North Brunswick, New Brunswick, Piscataway, Princeton, Princeton Junction, Raritan, Scotch Plains, Skillman, Somerset, Westfield, Whitehouse Station and Woodbridge.(IN MANY CASES WE CAN ALSO ARRANGE COMPLIMENTARY TRANSPORTATION FOR YOU TO AND FROM CAMP)Camp Dates: June 29 – August 21 (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:15pm) No Camp Friday July 3rd. Apply Online: https://www.oakcrestdaycamp.com/staff/apply-now/