Outdoor Education Instructor/Ocean Lifeguard

Association for Experiential Education; Camp (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The Association for Experiential Education is seeking a Camp Leader for YMCA Camp Surf in Imperial Beach. This role involves supervising youth in an outdoor setting, conducting educational programs, and ensuring safety and support. Ideal candidates should be passionate about youth development, have relevant certifications, and be prepared for an active, engaging role throughout the camp season.

Benefits

Free gym membership

Free workout classes

Free pool access

Opportunities for growth

Build your resume

Community involvement

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience working with youth in outdoor education preferred.
• Physical ability to perform group activities and skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a cabin group of 8-12 children.
• Teach Outdoor Education, Leadership, and Recreation programming.
• Maintain high standards in First Aid, CPR, and safety training.

Skills

Leadership

Outdoor Education

CPR

First Aid

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in education, recreation

Tools

Open Water Guarding certification

ASHI Advanced First Aid certification

Job description

ID: 19476 Job Status: Accepting Applications

Looking for a fun job to build your leadership skills?

Are you passionate about working with youths in outdoor and aquatics settings?

Are you 18 or older?

GROW YOUR CAREER AT OUR Y LOCATION BELOW!

YMCA Camp Surf - Imperial Beach

March 3, 2025 - May 28, 2025; possibilities for earlier start date and summer extension

Y would I apply?

· FREE Complete Gym Membership

· FREE Workout Classes

· FREE Pool Access

· Work with Your Friends - Text them the link to this page now!

· Build Your Resume

· Opportunities for Growth

· Community Involvement

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

· Practice preventative lifeguard techniques at all times

· Maintain high standards of skill in First Aid, CPR, oxygen administration, and effective interface with local EMS agency personnel

· Assume full responsibility for a cabin group of 8-12 children including supervising the children 24 hours per day

· Teach 1.5-3 hours of Outdoor Education, Leadership and/or Recreation programming, lead activities for students and participants

· Employ good teaching and leadership techniques in providing quality instruction

· Demonstrate a strong sense of investment in camp by actively supporting the cleanliness of facilities, care of equipment and supplies, and stewardship of the natural environment Knowledge of camp operating procedures

“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
• Successful completion of on-site USLA Open Water Guarding certification and monthly in-service drills and training
  • Physical requirements include completing a sub 8 minute mile and sub 10 minute open water 500m swim at end of training
• Successful completion of on-site ASHI Advanced First Aid course and monthly in-service drills and training
• Experience working with youth in Outdoor Education, Overnight Camp, Day Camp or like setting preferred
• Certification or experience in the following preferred: climbing, camping, archery, surfing and/or swimming
• 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-Pro O2 must be from one of the following:
  • American Red Cross
  • American Heart Association
  • American Safety & Health Institute