Event Season Coach/Zone Coach (Spring 25'/Fall 25')

Location: Woodward, Pennsylvania

Woodward PA, located in the rolling hills of central Pennsylvania, is a world-class action sports destination and camp. Our employee experience and culture are derived from our main product: FUN. We work, progress, and play in a world of innovative environments. If this sounds like what you are looking for, we'd love to hear from you!

• Must be available for at least 1 weekend
• SPRING FAMILY CAMP: MAY 23-25
• ADULT CAMP: AUG 21-24
• FALL FAMILY CAMP: AUG 29-31

The Coach position is an integral part of the camper's experience, providing a dynamic platform that is unmatched. You will execute and support all aspects of the program, including overall curriculum and appropriate use of facilities. The goal is to ensure a high level of training and progression, making sure campers are engaged and participating in a responsible manner.     

The Zone Coach position will be responsible for the safety, vibe, and cleanliness of the Action Sports facilities around camp. Zone Coaches will be responsible for one (1) Action Sports facility per Zone Coach shift. Zone Coaches need to make sure campers are acting responsibly and respectfully to others and using the facility in a safe manner. They will be responsible for upholding energy within the park and for the cleanliness of the facility.  

• Overall

• Coaching

• Zone Coaching

• Work the Event including coaching, zone coaching and recreation activities as assigned 
• Attend and participate in staff training, meetings and touch bases to acquire knowledge for behavior management techniques, emergency evacuation procedures, etc. 
• Ensure campers are acting responsibly, respectfully and following all camp standards 
• Execute routine daily safety inspections and reporting and cleaning of assigned areas 
• Responsible for leading a group of campers daily through instruction sessions daily 
• Create and implement  a lesson plan utilizing the Woodward Intuitive Progression System and Progression Tools to ensure campers are learning new skills and meeting goals  
• Assist with Skateboard Program events and clinics 
• Conduct daily reporting of incidents, accidents or rule violations to direct leadership  
• Safety -  Make sure everyone is using the facility in a safe manner, and following proper skatepark etiquette 
• Energy - Engaged, playing music, creating games, developing challenges and assisting campers with skill development 
• Cleanliness - Sweeping, clearing facility of all debris and hazards, picking up trash, putting disregarded belongings into the Lost and Found  
• Maintenance - Inspecting all areas each shift for any ramps or obstacles that need repair and alerting your direct supervisor(s)  
• Communicate with medical team effectively in event of an injury  
• Other duties as assigned.  
• Well-spoken and articulate over the phone, through written contact, and in person.    
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and meet deadlines.    

Personal Attributes:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with moderate supervision, agile, and able to pivot quickly.    
• Exhibits initiative, responsibility, and accountability.  

Preferred Experience/Special Skills:

• Preferred 1+ years of experience working with kids and/or teens  
• Experience working in a camp environment is preferred  
• High school degree or equivalent preferred    

You make us Woodward. We are a welcoming community that celebrates individual stories, backgrounds, experiences, and identities where we all have "different" in common.  We believe in the strength of representing all voices and having space for everyone. We believe in pushing boundaries and bringing our authentic selves to work while embracing uniqueness, creativity, and different points of view.  Even if you don't think you meet all the qualifications listed for a job, we'd love to hear from you.

If you need assistance with your application, please reach out to hr@woodwardcamp.com