Outdoor Education/Team Building Instructor | Camp Icaghowan | $18.00 per hourAt a

Glance:

Turn the outdoors into a classroom! Lead engaging outdoor education, recreation, and team-building experiences that help participants learn, connect, and grow. You'll facilitate hands-on activities while creating a fun, safe, and memorable camp experience.

Schedule:

Schedule varies based on camp and program needsMay include weekdays, evenings, and weekendsPrimarily outdoors in a camp settingMust be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions

Pay:

The salary for this position is $18.00 hourly. We take into consideration an individual's background and experience in determining salary; therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes a wide range of other benefits and earned time off that vary depending on part-time or full-time status. 1.

Job Summary:

The Outdoor Education/Team Building Instructor is responsible for facilitating environmental and outdoor recreation activities and teambuilding programs. The incumbent plans and prepares for programs and serves as a host and liaison to participant groups. The incumbent provides high-quality experiences for participants that focus on the YMCA core values: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. 2.

Essential Functions:

Prepares for, teaches and/or facilitates environmental and outdoor recreation programs based on an established curriculum and safety guidelines.

Prepares for and facilitates teambuilding programs based on established curriculum and safety guidelines.

Serves as a host and liaison to program participant groups.

Performs inspections on teambuilding structures and equipment and communicates the need for repairs.

Maintains, inventories, and repairs class materials and equipment.

Identifies and responds to participant behavioral issues in an appropriate manner, as needed.

Assists in revising curriculum by actively pursuing new teaching techniques and activities to incorporate.

Participates in staff training and meetings.

Ensures the site is kept clean and organized.

Assists in setup and cleanup for program activities.

May help in other camp program areas as needed. 3.

Relationships:

This position reports to the Camp Program Director or Sr. Camp Program Coordinator who reports to the Camp Executive Director. The incumbent interacts regularly with camp staff, program participants, schoolteachers, and chaperones from a diverse background. 4.

Qualifications:

Required:

Minimum age of 18Minimum of one (1) year of experience in camp, youth or recreation programs working with children and adults or in a related areaExperience facilitating programs engendering group participation preferably in an outdoor settingEffective organizational skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsMust possess a current First Aid and CPR certification, or be able to obtain certification within the first 30 days of hireDemonstrated ability to work as a member of a teamAbility to accomplish duties/tasks with little direct supervisionDemonstrated ability to work with diverse groups

Preferred:

Related educational backgroundKnowledge of environmental and natural history conceptsExperience facilitating high ropes and low ropes coursesBasic computer skillsAbility to pass a drivers road test for YMCA vehicles and trailersUpon hire, completion of YMCA provided Motor Vehicle and or Department of Transportation Insurance Training 5.

Work Conditions:

Must have the physical ability to lead and participate in camp programs and activities which include, but are not limited to, hiking, climbing, belaying, team building initiatives, building campfires, physical games, and activities. Must have the ability to be outside in all weather conditions and on your feet for prolonged periods of time (up to 10 hours in a day). 6. Additional NotesThis job description represents the major functions of the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent is responsible for taking direction from the Executive Director or Vice President of Camp Operations or their representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed necessary for Camp or Association success.