Explorer's Camp Instructor

Job Description

General Summary: Supports the USM Summer Camps Explorer’s Camp mission by planning and leading engaging, hands-on classes across a range of activities that meet the diverse needs of campers in alignment with the camp’s goals by fostering intellectual curiosity, emotional resilience, social connection, and physical growth. Iinstructors guide campers toward reaching their fullest potential. Instructors are responsible for leading rotating activity periods in outdoor exploration, arts and crafts, sports, and cooperative games while creating a well-rounded and memorable camp experience. ____________________________________________________________________________________

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and conduct engaging and age-appropriate lessons and activities that spark campers' creativity and align with their interests and maturity levels.
• Oversee groups of children during activities, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
• Collaborate with Explorer’s Camp Director to plan, advise, and implement strategies for camper success.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages collaboration, active participation, and self-expression among campers.
• Promote the camp’s values of teamwork, creativity, and personal growth.
• Proactively manage camper behavior by setting clear expectations and using positive reinforcement to ensure a safe and engaging environment.
• Support the camp’s overall goals by contributing to additional tasks as assigned by the Explorer’s Camp Director.
• Act as a mentor and resource for counselors, modeling best practices in activity facilitation and camper engagement.
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by camp administration.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to design fun, engaging, and age-appropriate activities.
• Effective classroom management with diverse learners.
• Collaborative attitude with the ability to work well with others.
• Enthusiastic, energetic, with a positive attitude, and adaptable in a dynamic camp environment.
• Passion for working with children and creating memorable experiences.
  
  

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework in education, recreation, or related fields is preferred.
• Prior experience working with children in a camp, classroom, or recreational setting is preferred.
• CPR/AED Certification (obtained in training week if not previously trained).