Camp Instructor Application

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1 STAND OUT this summer by being a member of the best team EVER! Thank you for your interest in employment as a member of the 2018 AmeriCheer Camp Instructional Staff. AmeriCheer takes great pride in hiring instructors who demonstrate superior leadership and communication traits, excellent cheerleading skills, and who have the ability to be outstanding role models. Because our reputation is based on quality and integrity in everything we do, we pride ourselves in employing the most passionate, personable, and professional staff that will stand out in the cheer industry. In addition to competitive pay, travel opportunities and a great work experience, we provide opportunities for earned bonuses, commissions and representation at various AmeriCheer Family of Brands events. Please complete the application and attach one letter of recommendation (preferably from your most current cheer coach), along with two photos (see photo specifics on application). Once your application is received, you will be notified as to the next step of the application process. The following list will assist you in successfully completing the application process: Please note that you must turn 18 years of age by the end of May in order to apply for the AmeriCheer Instructional Staff this summer. If you do not meet this requirement, please keep this application in order to apply next year. Ask one (1) non-family member to write a short recommendation on your behalf - we strongly encourage having your current or past coach write the letter. Type or clearly print your application and include one (1) full body picture and one (1) head shot. Please be mindful of the deadline on your application. The staff application deadline is April 1, 2018; however, we highly recommend you submit your application much earlier due to a limited number of available positions. Should you have questions, please contact me at or at rdavis@americheer.com. Please mail or your completed application with required photos and letter of recommendation to: AmeriCheer, Inc. Attn: Heather Williams 20 Collegeview Road Westerville, Ohio hwilliams@americheer.com Once again, thank you for your interest and we look forward to reviewing your application. Sincerely, Heather Williams Instructional Program Associate & Instructional Staff Selection AmeriCheer, Inc.

2 Frequently Asked Questions HOW WILL I BE NOTIFIED IF I AM HIRED? You will be notified by of your employment status after a complete skills assessment and extensive interview. If you are selected as a new AmeriCheer Camp Instructor, you will be sent a comprehensive packet of information that will contain pertinent information relating to instructing camps as well as an agreement/contract that must be signed and returned to AmeriCheer by the indicated deadline. IF HIRED, HOW WILL I BE TRAINED? All AmeriCheer Camp Instructors a mandatory Work Week that will take place at corporate headquarters in Westerville, Ohio in the month of late May or early June. This extensive training week will cover all aspects of your job as a camp instructor (policies, procedures, teaching methods, material, safety, etc.). AmeriCheer will help to coordinate transportation to and from Work Week and all food and lodging expenses are taken care of for the training session however, salary is not paid during this training session. IF HIRED, HOW WILL I BE STAFFED FOR CAMPS? Your availability during the summer will be the biggest factor in determining how many camps you will have on your initial schedule. We request that you be available for several weeks during the summer (to be discussed in your interview). When you are scheduled for camps, we will attempt to give you as much information as possible to set up travel with other instructors. Travel is a required part of the AmeriCheer Camp Instructor position and you are ultimately responsible for getting yourself to and from camp. The more flexible you are, the more camps you will receive throughout the summer. HOW MUCH WILL I GET PAID? The Instructor pay scale is based on experience in performing and teaching and will be set once you are hired. Once at camp, all lodging and meals will be paid for by AmeriCheer. On top of your base pay, you will receive non-taxed expense money per camp for travel and additional meals. If you are asked to travel a longer distance and you go beyond the fixed amount, you will be reimbursed through an expense report. If you are scheduled for a Day and/or Home Camp, you will be housed in a hotel and given more expense money since you will be on your own for meals. You will be trained on all of these procedures at Work Week. IS THE AMERICHEER CAMP INSTRUCTOR POSITION YEAR-ROUND? Although the summer has the heaviest volume of camps, AmeriCheer has much to offer throughout the entire year. Regional and National competitions are held all over the country and staff members play a vital role in the success of these events. AmeriCheer also recommends staff members for other various needs throughout the year, which helps you to earn extra money for school. Be sure to turn in all completed paperwork by the deadline. We look forward to reviewing your application!

3 General Information First Name Last Name Home Address City State Zip Home Phone Cell Parent Phone Parent School Information I am currently in: (check one) High School (must be graduating senior) High School College/University you plan on attending College (check one) Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior Graduate School Graduated Name of college/university attending/attended Major Occupation (if graduated) Do you currently cheer for the school listed above? Yes No If yes, what type of squad? Coed All-Girl Other Your college/university address if you do not live at the home address already listed: Street City State Zip I would like my personal information sent to the following address: Home School If you selected school, what is the last date you will be at this address? \ \ Personal Information Date of Birth Age Male Female Do you have a vehicle you can drive to camps if hired? Yes No (Driving your car is a requirement of the job. Authorized mileage is reimbursed) Driver s License # Do you belong to AAA? Yes No

4 Have you ever been convicted for any crime, including sex-related or child abuse related offense? Yes No If yes, please explain: Instructor Information/Experience Possible Start Date / / Tentative End Date / / Do you have any injuries or health problems you have which may affect your ability to work? Yes No If yes, please explain Have you been an AmeriCheer Camp Instructor before? Yes No Have you been a cheerleader instructor before? Yes No (if yes, fill out info below) Company/School Name Dates Employed to Position Supervisor Supervisor or Phone Cheerleading Skills (please check all skills that apply to you) Tumbling (all tumbling must be performed solid, without a spot, and on a non-spring floor with shoes on) Standing Back Handspring (requirement for females)_ Standing Tuck (requirement for females & preferred for males) Cartwheel Back Tuck Layout Other Round-Off Back Handspring Round-Off Back Tuck Punch Front Full Twist Standing Tuck with Poms (females only)

5 Cheerleading Skills, cont. Jumps (females only unless you are a male with outstanding jumps. All jumps must be performed on a non-spring floor with shoes on) Tuck Spread Eagle Herkie/Side Hurdler/Front Hurdler Pike Double Toe Touch Toe Touch Tuck Toe Touch, Back Handspring Toe Touch, Back Handspring, Tuck Double/Triple Toe Touch Back Tuck Other Triple Toe Touch Coed Stunts All-Girl Stunts Purdue-Up Walk-ins Elevator Prep Toss Platforms Toss Shoulders Toss Platforms Extension Full-ups Chair Full-ups Liberty Double Full-ups Toss Hands Double Full-ups Heel Stretch Series Extension Series Arabesque Tick Tocks Liberty Rewinds Scorpion Rewinds High Torch Full Twist Cradles Scale Full Twist Cradles Arabesque Double Full Twist Cradles Bow-n-Arrow Double Full Twist Cradles Cupie Pop-downs Bump-downs Heel Stretch Double Pop-downs Pop-downs Other Other Pyramids/Baskets (coed or all-girl) Select the position(s) you are able to perform in pyramids: Base Mid-Base Flyer List pyramids you have performed: Select the position(s) you are able to perform in baskets: Base Back Base Flyer List baskets you have performed:

6 Uniform Sizing Information This information MUST be completed by placing an X in the appropriate boxes and filling in measurements below. If you have questions regarding sizing, please contact us at. T-Shirt (male & female) (Unisex all cotton tee) Polo (male & female) (Dry wicking polo) Tank (Females only. These are form-fitting and tend to run small, so order a size up) Shorts (male & female) Skirt/Skort (Females only) XS S M L XL 2XL 3XL Shoe Size Height Weight Bust/Chest Measurements Waist Measurements Authorization of Application (please check items below and sign/date document) I do hereby certify that all answers provided on this form are correct/true and to the best of my knowledge. In the event that I am employed by AmeriCheer as a Camp Instructional Staff Member, I understand that any false or misleading information that I provide on this application or during my interview may result in my release or termination from AmeriCheer. I agree that I can travel and be away from home for an extended period of time if hired. I have attached the following required documents with this application: 1. One (1) Letter of Recommendation (non-family member, preferably from current/past coach) - Letter should address why you would be an excellent candidate for this position and other pertinent information relating to your skills, work ethic, character, etc. 2. One (1) Photo - Full Length Body Shot in Uniform and Game Day Ready Look 3. One (1) Photo - Head Shot Not In Uniform Signature Date