Adventure Camp Instructor

Are you seeking a summer of meaningful work? Are you someone who has found the outdoors to be inspiring, working with kids to be impactful, and finding your community to be life-changing? Are you looking for an employer who values you as an individual, recognizing your gifts and talents and inviting you to use them every day? Then you are the perfect fit for Avid4 Adventure! Why Avid4 Adventure?

• We were again voted by Outside Magazine as one of the 50 Best Places to Work.
• We are the only summer camp in the world that is a Certified B Corp (Benefit Corporation).
• We are committed to improving inclusion, diversity, justice, and equity both internally and in the outdoor industry as a whole. You can learn more about our JEDI commitments and progress here.
• Benefits – Access to affordable health insurance, access to free gear, discounted pro deals on gear, professional development, public transportation reimbursement to/from camp, and more!
• Compensation -Starting rate in Bend, OR is $14.50, but increase with additional experience and certifications. Hourly rates differ based location and specific programs. Read more about our compensation structure here.

In this role you will

• Co-lead an activity group of up to 13 campers through outdoor activities including: mountain biking, rock climbing, kayaking, canoeing, SUPing and Leave No Trace principles.
• Organize and participate in camp programming, ranging from outdoor sports to camp games and rituals.
• Serve as a role model and guide campers by exhibiting appropriate behavior, attitudes, and activities.
• Follow and educate campers on safety protocols to ensure the safety and wellbeing of participants.
• Provide exceptional customer service to parents and all participants in our programs.

Job Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of camp
• Staff must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid driver’s license to drive camp vehicles, equipment, and campers. Drivers receive a 2% pay increase.
• +1 years of experience working with kids in a professional or volunteer setting preferred
• Must enjoy spending time with kids and having fun!
• Minimum of Basic First Aid & CPR certification by the start of camp (and we can point you in the right direction to get this done)

  Work Schedule Monday – Friday, about 40 hours/week Training begins on June 18; day camp programs run from June 26 through August 18