Program Instructor

YMCA of San Diego County

Looking for a fun job to build your leadership skills?

Are you passionate about working with youth in an outdoor setting?

GROW YOUR CAREER AT OUR YMCA CAMP MARSTON!

 Julian, California

This is a Seasonal position that will run until June 7th with an opportunity for a Summer extension.

  *** Must be available for the full duration of season ***

   Y would I apply?

• Outdoor Work Environment!
• Housing & Food Included
• Work with Your Friends - Text them the link to this page now!
• Gain Experience working with Children & the Community       
• Build Your Resume
• Opportunities for Growth & Year-Round Employment

Sound good? (We think so, too!) Here’s what you would do:

• Teach Outdoor Education and/or recreation programming
• Lead activities including (but not limited to) archery, field games, and the climbing tower with good teaching and leadership skills
• Employ good teaching and leadership techniques in providing quality instruction
• Take full responsibility for the program areas of camp or assigned activity, including developing rules and procedures, ensuring adequate program supplies and maintaining or improving equipment and facilities
• Follow all rules, operating procedures, and instructions, carry and use properly the necessary equipment during activities, know and follow established emergency procedures
• Ensure the safety and supervision of students and participants

“OK, I’m sold!” What do I need to qualify?

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older and have obtained high school diploma or GED
• Bachelor's degree in education, recreation, related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
• Experience working with youth in Outdoor Education, Resident Camp, Day Camp or like setting preferred
• Certification or experience in the following preferred: climbing, camping, archery, hiking, biking, surfing, swimming, sailing kayaking and scuba diving
• Physical ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills including: standing, hiking and/or climbing for extended periods of time
• Must be able to live on-site during program season
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR- must be from one of the following:
  • American Red Cross
  • American Heart Association
  • American Safety & Health Institute