Spring Outdoor Education Instructor - Full-time

Job Title: Spring Outdoor Education Instructor

Seasonal job:  March 14- June 10

Summary:  Come join our team for the spring season as an Outdoor Education Instructor at YMCA Camp Eberhart.  We are located in beautiful SW Michigan, a short drive away from Kalamzoo, MI and South Bend, IN.  We are seeking multiple individuals for hands-on, field positions that involve teaching and leading groups of students in outdoor, environmental and recreational activities. Schools and other community groups visit camp for an average of 2-3 days.  While they are here instructors teach and engage the public in a variety of classes including outdoor survival, lake communities and other nature themed classes as well as recreational activities (canoeing, high ropes, archery and horse trail rides). 

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.


• Ability to relate to and interact with youth and adults in a positive manner.


• Able to adapt within an ever-changing work environment.


• Current CPR/AED/ First Aid certifications or must be completed within 30 days of hire.


• Lifeguard certification preferred.


• Comfortable teaching outdoor recreational activities in all weather.

Experience:

• Three months or more working experience with children in a camp, nature center, school or similar field.


• Experience teaching outdoor/nature themed programs, preferred.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Apply basic youth development principles in working with campers through communication, relationship development, respect for diversity, involvement and empowerment of youth.


• Teach high quality educational programs to schools and community groups about nature and recreational activities. 


• Lead evening activities (campfires, field games, large group activities, etc.).


• Engage visitors in songs, games and activities between classes and during other break times. 


• Organize, set-up and tear down program areas.


• Maintain the organization of equipment and classroom materials.


• Demonstrate teamwork and professionalism when working with other staff members. 


• Assist housekeeping and maintenance staff with maintaining a clean camp- including camp grounds and buildings. 


• Be up to date and knowledgable of all safety and security guidelines set out by YMCA Camp Eberhart and the American Camping Association. 

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EOE.

• Minimum 75% standing and walking


• Reaching, twisting, kneeling, bending and stooping in the performance of daily activities.


• Lift and move up to 25 LB.


• Able to work outside in all weather conditions. 

Benefits: $50-$75/ day (DOE); on-site lodging.  Dental, 403 (b), 9% YMCA Retirement Plan Contribution (when eligible), YMCA Memebership.

Last day to Apply:  February 23

To Apply:

Send resume and cover letter to: Kim Miedema Kim@ymcacampeberhart.org 269-244-5125

10481 Camp Eberhart Rd. Three Rivers, MI 49093 www.ymcacampeberhart.org