Camp Coach Program
Looking for a way to make some money this summer AND give back to your organization? Join us this summer as a camp coach!
This year we have full-day camps at both Rockwood and Squaw Creek! We will also have half-day camps at our Briscoe Elementary and Benbrook Par 3 locations. There’s plenty to do around here!
You’ll gain an understanding of what it means to be a coach and mentor, experience elements of customer service, and enjoy the opportunity to work with friends and peers!
Responsibilities
Your responsibilities as a camp coach will include but are not limited to…
- Conducting Life Skills curriculum during camps and/or classes as a lead or support coach
- Maintaining participant and coach safety
- Contributing to the development of new and creative camp activities
- Assist in occasional events and tournaments which may include the FWJGA Championships, PGA Jr. League, and Cup Series events
Eligibility
- Be 16 years of age or older
- Have been in the First Tee program for at least 2 years (if current participant)
- Have previously volunteered in some capacity with First Tee – Fort Worth (classes, camps, Junior Advisory, etc…) OR have been a previous intern
Don’t meet the requirements yet to be a paid summer coach? Think about volunteering with us and get great experience!
Compensation
$10.00/hour
Hours will be based on needs of summer camp registration.
Flexible schedules allow coaches to set their schedules around their plans.
Training
Monday, June 3 – Thursday, June 6
Monday, June 3 – Wednesday, June 5 – Administrative and Coach Training
Thursday, June 6 – Site Visits
Training prior to the start of summer programming is required for all summer coaches, new and returning. Training will include administrative setup, review of risk management, health, and safety policies, child safety training, summer coach training, site visits and creative collaboration on camp activities.
Schedules
Camps will run from June through the second week of August, with the exception of no camps the week of the 4th of July.
We are flexible with schedules, however we do ask that you notify your site director of any dates of absence at least 10 days in advance.
***Coaches who do not report for scheduled hours without communication to their site directors may be subject to reduction in hours or removal from schedule.***
Summer Intern Program
Looking for a bit more out of your coaching experience? Check out our Summer Intern Program!
In addition to the responsibilities listed for our camp coaches, one intern will be selected for each of our four program locations to assist site directors with scheduling and site management.
Interns will also gain experience in various areas of operations through a series of assigned projects. Areas of focus for these projects will include programs, business operations, budgeting, marketing, and fundraising!
Summer interns will be eligible for a bonus at the end of their summer in addition to an enhanced level of experience beyond the traditional camp coach experience.
Eligibility
Applicants will be selected based on their application responses and recommendations from First Tee – Fort Worth staff. Only one intern per site will be selected.
- Must be a current participant starting their senior year of high school or a First Tee alum beginning their Freshman-Senior year of college in Fall 2024.
- Prospective interns must be available for approximately 80% of scheduled hours.
- Must be familiar with Google, Microsoft or similar applications.
- Must possess proficient communication skills via phone call, text and email.
How do I get started?
Complete either of the forms below and we’ll be in touch shortly before this year’s training!
