Day Camp Program Instructor

Overview

Program Instructors play the most important role in supplying a positive, valuable, safe experience for Mountaineers summer campers. They are directly responsible for the daily supervision of a group of 8-12 campers ranging in age from 6-12. They design and teach varying outdoor curriculum, including first aid, navigation, and safe methods of recreating outdoors. They will work collaboratively with other camp staff and CITs to create an inclusive and engaging camp environment. Program Instructors create an enthusiastic and welcoming environment for their group of campers and have seemingly limitless amounts of energy.

Key Responsibilities
– Provide a meaningful camp experience, keeping campers happy, healthy, safe, and having fun.
– Foster a positive sense of community within the group and seek ways to include all campers.
– Plan creative outdoor activities for group of campers using Mountaineers curriculum.
– Enthusiastically teach games and activities to group of campers.
– Fearlessly participate as a leader during large group and all camp activities.
– Assist in the set up and break down of camp.
– Participate in weekly field trips off campus with campers (includes activities such as hiking and rafting)
– Participate in extended care with other staff either before camp (7:45-9:00am) or afterwards (4-5:30pm) at least once over the summer.
– Participate in Thursday overnight program with other staff at least two weeks of the summer.
– Attend weekly staff meetings.
– Ensure The Mountaineers youth policies and procedures are followed and adhered to at all times.
– Share the magic of camp with families.
– Be a mentor and role model for Counselors In Training.

Work Environment
This role is based in Seattle, WA at The Mountaineers Program Center in Magnuson Park. This position is 100% in-person throughout the summer to support programs.

Physical Demands
Occasionally you will be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While you are performing the duties of this job, you may be required to stand for extended periods of time , and must be able to hike on uneven and hilly terrain continuously for up to five miles. As a requirement of instructing youth programs you will be required to bend, squat, run, or climb.

Compensation and Benefits
This position is for a full-time, seasonal employee. Regular schedule will be 40+ hours a week. Hours vary across weekdays, including daytime and evenings. Compensation ranges from $20.00-22.00/hour depending on experience. Benefits include membership in The Mountaineers, a prioritized week of vacation time, and accrual of paid sick time. Position start date is June 12 and end date is August 25.

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Tagged as: Camp Counselors, Climbing Skills, Full Time, Instruction and Guiding, Teaching/Education

Qualifications:

- Summer camp experience, or comparable experience working with 6-17 year olds in single day or overnight settings
- Climbing and belaying experience
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Positive attitude and ability to carry oneself in a professional manner to create positive experiences
- Flexibility and adaptability when things don’t go as planned
- Experience teaching outdoor recreation skills
- Personal outdoor experience

Required Skills:

- Minimum age 18
- Cultural competency and demonstrated ability to work with people of all races, ages, genders, abilities and economic backgrounds.
- Ability to pass a national criminal background and sex offender check
- Current CPR & First Aid Certification or ability to obtain certification before start date