Program Instructor

Camp For All; Burton (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shared housing

Meals included

Educational credits available

Job summary

Camp For All in Texas seeks a Program Instructor for the Spring 2027 season. You will participate in orientation, obtain certifications, and deliver inclusive camp activities for campers with special needs.

The role starts Feb 3, 2027, to May 7, 2027, with housing provided and meals included when groups are on site. Responsibilities include leading activities, safety compliance, teamwork with staff, and adapting activities to camper needs.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience or volunteer roles.
• Desire to work with campers with special needs.
• Commitment to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Participates in staff orientation and training for Camp For All programs.
• Obtains optional program certifications including life guarding and challenge course.
• Obtains required First Aid & CPR training.
• Manages an assigned program activity, planning for camper needs.
• Works with Program Supervisors to maintain activity areas.
• Learns and adapts to individual camper needs.
• Follows safety standards set by Camp For All, DOH Texas and ACA.
• Reports safety infractions to supervisor.
• Collaborates with program staff and Camp For All team members.
• Manages free time to be prepared for each User Group.
• Follows instructions and safety rules.
• Maintains a flexible schedule with extended hours as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Volunteer experience

Desire to work with special needs

Education

High School diploma

Job description

At Camp For All, we continue to reshape and transform the world for our campers with special needs, disabilities and challenging illnesses by proving the impossible is possible! We pride ourselves in developing and implementing program activities that any individual can participate in to ensure each camper is given an equal opportunity. Program Instructors carry out the Camp For All mission by encouraging campers to try new things, think outside of the box, and offer them a sense of freedom. If you find inspiration in facilitating intentional programming and creating memorable experiences for our campers and their families, this will be a great fit for you! The Spring 2027 season begins with an in-depth training to equip instructors to facilitate traditional camp activities in an inclusive, barrier-free way. Activities include climbing, zip line, giant swing, horseback riding, barnyard/nature, target sports, photography, epic evening programs and aquatics. The typical work week for instructors runs from Wednesday to Sunday.

Camp For All

List of Essential Duties

• Participates in staff orientation and training for Camp For All programs
• Obtains optional program certifications, including, but not limited to life guarding, challenge course, etc.
• Obtains required First Aid & CPR training
• Exhibits the ability to manage an assigned program activity, including planning and adapting the activity to the camper’s special needs
• Work with Program Supervisors to maintain and upkeep program activity areas.
• Demonstrates the desire to learn, understand and adapt to the needs of the individual camper
• Follows all safety standards set by Camp For All in accordance with Texas Department of Health and American Camping Association
• Immediately corrects any safety infractions and/or reports such to supervisor
• Displays the ability and desire to work as a “team” with other members of the the program department as well as other Camp For All staff
• Manages free time in a responsible manner so as to be fully prepared for each User Group
• Follows a variety of instructions, procedure manuals and safety rules
• Mantains flexible work schedule with the ability to work extended hours as needed

Start Date: February 3, 2027

End Date: May 7, 2027

Reports to

The Program Instructor reports directly to the Program Manager.

Benefits

This is a seasonal, exempt position. Pay starts at $475 per week worked. Additional compensation is available for staff who have lifeguard or ropes certifications. Shared housing is provided and maintained by Camp For All. Meals are included when groups are on site.

Educational Credits

Internship credit or hours are available for many degree programs including but not limited to: Child Life Specialist, Recreation Management, Therapeutic Recreation, PRTM, and Youth Leadership & Development. Contact the Program Manager to see if we are able to support your internship requirements.

Requirements

• High School diploma (or equivalent)
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Experience in leadership and/or volunteer roles
• Desire to work with the special needs population

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to move equipment and/or objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly, or more than 50 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position during shift
• Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions
• Must be able to communicate effectively with campers, staff and volunteers to ensure immediate response to safety issues
• Must be able to travel between activity areas across camp property in a timely manner sufficient to maintain supervision and safety coverage of assigned activities, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must be able to live independently and self-sufficiently in the provided housing