Archery Instructor

Seeds of Peace Camp; Oakland (ME); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A seasonal summer camp is seeking an Archery Instructor to lead activities during the summer from June to August 2026. Responsibilities include instructing campers on archery techniques, ensuring safety, maintaining equipment, and overseeing camp games. Candidates should be certified in First Aid and CPR, with a preference for prior archery instruction experience. This role demands strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Certification in First Aid and CPR is required.
• Ability to teach proper archery techniques and fundamentals.
• Experience in archery instruction is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide proper instruction in archery.
• Ensure the safety of all campers and guests utilizing the archery field.
• Inspect, issue, and maintain archery equipment.
• Lead camp games safely and effectively.
• Work with the Camp Coordinator on camp activities.

Skills

Team player

Organizational skills

Attention to details

Good communication skills

Ability to work independently

Critical thinking

Flexibility

Education

Certified in Standard First Aid and CPR

Certified in Archery Instruction Level 1 or comparable certificate

Job description

Archery Instructor is responsible for assisting campers/visitors with archery equipment, introduces basic shooting technique, how to fit equipment to an archer, equipment set-up and proper arrow retrieval, while creating a safe and fun environment. The archery instructor will accomplish this by providing proper information, training and supervision of the archery field within the mission of the Alfond Youth & Community Center. The Archery Instructor will also at times be responsible for leading camp games.

Seasonal position: June - August 2026

Essential Functions

• Proper instruction of all aspects of archery and ensure development of proper archery skills
• Ensure the safety of all campers & guests utilizing the archery field; remedy all unsafe practices or conditions immediately.
• Apply the archery field policies and procedures at all times.
• Instruct skills and safety classes, and administer them at different levels.
• Inspect issue and maintain archery equipment; document unsafe equipment and remove from the inventory to be repaired or replaced.
• Provide first aid in emergency situations.
• Ensure camp games are lead in a safe manner in an safe environment
• Work with the Camp Coordinator and other senior staff members, in the coordination of camp activities. In particular, the Archery program as it relates to the overall camp program of both Day and Resident camps.

Qualifications

• Certified in Standard First Aid and CPR
• Certified in Archery Instruction Level 1 or comparable certificate
• Experienced is preferred
• You must be able to teach patrons & members the proper techniques and fundamentals of archery.

Skills

• Team player
• Organizational skills
• Attention to details
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Critical thinking
• Flexibility