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i9 Sports

Summer Camp Sports Instructor

Chicago, IL · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Played minimum varsity high school in either soccer or football or softball or baseball or basketball? Spend some time coaching kids (ages 3-12) in our fun, positive sports summer camps and ...

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago

Sports Manager

Elmhurst, IL · On-site

$43K - $45K/yr

The Sports Program Manager coordinates and supervises the day-to-day operation of the sports ... in operational oversight of onsite summer camp (e.g. scheduling of counselors and lifeguards ...

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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer in sports in Chicago, IL is $18.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.88 and $21.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Summer In Sports vs Summer Camp Counselor?

AspectSummer In SportsSummer Camp Counselor
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, coaching certificationsCPR, First Aid, child supervision certifications
Work EnvironmentSports facilities, outdoor fields, gymsCampgrounds, activity areas, indoor/outdoor settings
Industry UsageSports organizations, youth leaguesSummer camps, recreational programs
Job FocusCoaching, training, sports event managementSupervising children, organizing activities

While both roles involve working with youth during summer, Summer In Sports focuses on coaching and sports-related activities, often requiring specific sports certifications. In contrast, a Summer Camp Counselor emphasizes supervising children and organizing diverse recreational activities, with certifications centered around child safety. Both roles are vital in summer youth programs but differ in their primary responsibilities and work environments.

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Summer Camp Sports Instructor

i9 Sports

Chicago, IL • On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Free uniforms
  • Training & development

Love sports? Played minimum varsity high school in either soccer or football or softball or baseball or basketball? Spend some time coaching kids (ages 3-12) in our fun, positive sports summer camps and instructional sessions. Whether you are running a fast-paced summer camp morning or instructing a sport on Wednesday evening, you'll lead practices, be the friendly teaching referee during games, ensure fun, and be a role model while keeping safety first. Weekday mornings throughout July and/or Wednesday evenings.
Why You'll Love This Job
  • Make a difference for young athletes
  • Fun, team-oriented atmosphere - no desk work!
  • Online training provided
  • Focus on fun, safety, and sportsmanship

What You'll Do
  • Lead skills-based practices and drills.
  • Help run summer camp activities, including organizing groups, managing transitions, keeping kids engaged, and creating an energetic, fun environment throughout the morning
  • Referee games, with an emphasis on learning the game and adjusting to the age level of players
  • Create a safe, positive, and encouraging environment for kids and parents

What We're Looking For
  • Played soccer, football, baseball, softball, or basketball at varsity high school level or higher
  • Confident leader who can take charge of a group of kids
  • Available either Wednesday nights 4:30-8:15 beginning July 1 (instructional sessions) or Weekday mornings 8:30-12:00 beginning July 6 (summer morning daycamps)

About Us
i9 Sports® is the nation's largest youth sports league franchise, with a mission to make sports fun, safe, and convenient for families. Our Chicago leagues are run by a youth development veteran and parent who believes sports should always be about learning, playing, and smiling.
Location: Wicker Park, Chicago
Compensation: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
With over 3.5 million registrations in communities across the country, i9 Sports is the nation's largest multi-sport provider focused solely on high-quality, community-based youth sports programs. We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse. To achieve our mission of helping kids succeed in life through sports, i9 Sports provides a youth sports experience unlike any other, teaching the importance of good sportsmanship on the field and in life. We are committed to providing age-appropriate instruction, making sports fun for kids, and convenient for today's busy families. To us, it's The Way Youth Sports Should Be.
Each franchised location is independently owned and operated and is solely and exclusively responsible for determining local hiring decisions, compensation, benefits, and other terms of employment.

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