Outdoor Education & Ecology Instructor

YMCA of NorthWest North Carolina; King (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Job summary

The YMCA of NorthWest North Carolina seeks a Program Instructor to lead outdoor education, science curricula, teambuilding, and conference activities at Camp Hanes. The role guides youth, adults, and families in outdoor skill-building while upholding YMCA values.

This is a full-time, seasonal position from mid-August through mid-November, with weekend work and housing plus meals provided on site. CPR/First Aid required before start.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) preferred, or equivalent combination of education and outdoor leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience working with youth and providing customer service in an outdoor or educational setting.
• CPR, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen certifications required (or obtained prior to start).
• Must be comfortable working outdoors for extended periods and available for seasonal shifts (Mid-August through Mid-November).

Responsibilities

• Implement science-based ecology curricula, outdoor skill classes, evening programs, and teambuilding activities for elementary, middle school, and conference groups.
• Assist in hosting visiting groups, managing retreat needs, and delivering high-level customer service to youth, adult, and family participants.
• Support daily camp operations including running meal services, cleaning program areas, and assisting with facility maintenance.
• Maintain a safe outdoor learning environment, strictly enforcing YMCA safety protocols, emergency procedures, and child abuse prevention guidelines.
• Collaborate with peers to enhance seasonal camp operations and contribute actively to team development and YMCA character development initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Outdoor education

Teambuilding

Customer service

Youth engagement

Environmental science

Education

BA/BS preferred

Tools

CPR/First Aid

Emergency Oxygen

Job description

The YMCA of NorthWest North Carolina seeks a Program Instructor to lead outdoor education, science curricula, teambuilding, and conference activities at Camp Hanes. The role guides youth, adults, and families in outdoor skill-building while upholding YMCA values.

This is a full-time, seasonal position from mid-August through mid-November, with weekend work and housing plus meals provided on site. CPR/First Aid required before start.