Camp Instructor

Salary

$35.00 Hourly

Location

5901 College Road Key West, FL

Job Type

Adjunct Non Credit

Job Number

01332

Division

Academic Affairs

Department

Workforce Development and Continuing Education

Opening Date

03/14/2025

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Description

General Description

The Camp Instructor position performs various tasks to provide a safe, fun, nurturing and enriching camp experience for the summer camper. The Camp Instructor will be responsible for planning, supervising, and monitoring the camp's daily activities. The Camp Instructor will work with the Camp Assistant in guiding their campers through the daily engaging activities.

Examples of Duties

Essential Job Duties

• Assume responsibility for the safety of campers.
• Be familiar with risk management and emergency action plans.
• Enact risk management and emergency action plans as necessary.
• Log incident/accident reports as required.
• Know where campers are at all times.
• Follow Camp objectives, policies and procedures, and guidelines.
• Serve as a positive role model and mentor.
• Show a genuine interest in campers.
• Plan, organize, and lead various group activities each week that are recreational and educational.
• Use group management skills to reinforce good behavior and to provide engaging activities.
• Maintain, clean, and organize program equipment as assigned.
• Identify and respond to camper behavior issues.
• Communicate with Director camper issues as they arise.
• Work cooperatively with Camp Assistants, Camp instructors, and College Staff.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director and College Staff.
  
  

(These essential job functions are not construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other jobrelated marginal duties as required.)

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Understanding of, and commitment to, Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of College mission, policies, procedures, and services.
• Proficient in the use of technology.
  
  

Education And Qualifications

• Must have an Associate's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Previous teaching experience required; camp experience preferred.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors while maintaining stamina and energy.
• Possess strong critical thinking, decision making, and strong communication skills.
• Loyalty, honesty, and a commitment to excellence.
• No conflicting summer commitments during term of employment.
• Desire and ability to work with children. Must have some experience working with youth.
• Must be a team player.
• Ability to lead, plan, organize, and implement program activities in a healthy and safe environment.
• Possess interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body.
• Possess, or be able to obtain, a valid first aid & CPR certification preferred.
• Must be able to pass a Level-2 background check.
  
  

(A comparable amount of training, education, or experience may be substituted for the above minimum qualifications)

Supplemental Information

Please submit all materials online. Contact the Office of Talent Acquisition, Development, and Accountability at hr@cfk.edu or (305) 809-3118 if you need assistance.

Employment Consideration Requirement: Completed CFK application, cover letter, resume, and post-secondary transcripts as applicable (unofficial and/or copies are acceptable, but must provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment).

Please Note: Transcripts from non-U.S. colleges and universities will require a U.S. academic equivalency evaluation from a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please visit https://www.naces.org/ or https://aice-eval.org/ for more information.

E-Verify Notice of Participation: This employer participates in E-Verify. If you accept an offer of employment, this employer will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information, please visit E-Verify.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: The College of the Florida Keys does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), marital status, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, religion, pregnancy, or disability in its programs, activities, or employment practices. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding the non-discrimination policies:

• Civil Rights Compliance Officer: Candice Patty, Manager, Office of Talent Acquisition, Development and Accountability, (305) 809-3118 or candice.patty@cfk.edu
• Title IX Coordinator: Jessica Losardo, Director, Advancement, (305) 809-3198 or jessica.losardo@cfk.edu
• Disability Services: Nicole Gerrard, Executive Director, Student Success Services, (305) 809-3262 or nicole.gerrard@cfk.edu
  
  

Mailing Address: The College of the Florida Keys, 5901 College Road, Key West, FL 33040

State Complaint Process: Federal regulations and State laws require that public colleges in The Florida College System have processes for students, employees, and applicants to file complaints against any respective college. In almost every situation, the college's process for resolving complaints must be followed first. Before contacting the State Division of Florida Colleges, please read CFK's policies and procedures for filing complaints. For more information on filing a complaint with the State Division of Florida Colleges, please visit FCS Concerns and Complaints Process.

Adjunct Instructors are eligible to receive the CFK Employee Scholarship; may participate in the College's 403(b) plan; and are eligible to join the Association of Florida Colleges.