Boating Instructor - Camp Juniper Knoll

Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana•East Troy, WI

37d•Onsite

About The Position

Looking for a summer job that makes a difference? Join the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana 2026 camp staff today! Our Camp Juniper Knoll overnight camp is a place where energetic and passionate staff come together to provide a safe and positive learning environment for girls ages 5-17. As a camp Boating Instructor and Lifeguard you will be critical to the success of the summer with the responsibility of supervising campers and staff in camp’s aquatic activities with an emphasis in boating. In this role you will supervise and guide campers through on-site canoe, kayak, stand up paddleboard, and rowboat instruction and progressive learning experiences.

Requirements

Loves to interact with children and has prior experience working with children of various ages
Enjoys spending time outdoors and has prior experience working in an outdoor setting
Must be 18+ years old as of June 9, 2026 and possess a high school diploma or GED
Must possess current certification in First Aid, CPR, and Lifeguarding. Waterfront Lifeguard certification is strongly preferred. Lifeguard certifications must be from American Red Cross or an equivalent organization. Training is available through GSGCNWI, however, candidates must pass the training including the pre-training skills test in order to work for the council in this role.
Proof of health physical clearing the candidate for work in a camp setting
Willingness to live and work in an indoor and outdoor camp setting, which includes working irregular hours with limited or simple equipment, rustic facilities, wildlife and insects; limited technology while at camp, and daily exposure to sun, rain, and other weather conditions

Nice To Haves

Candidates with certifications in canoeing and/or kayaking are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide fun, positive, and active leadership to campers
Help build a supportive environment where campers can grow, make new friends, and try new things
Role model problem-solving, collaboration, and initiative to campers and other staff
Supervise and guard all aquatics activities, utilizing certifications, and emergency management as needed
Provide quality water-based programming and lessons
Act as instructor for boating programs and other aquatics programs as needed
Provide boating demonstrations as a tool to instruct boating lessons
Maintain proper care of boats and equipment and instruction of such care
Oversee campers during group activities, meals, and transitions to and from scheduled events
Maintain responsibility for aquatics facilities, shower house, and equipment in regard to condition, readiness, and cleanliness
Assist with other camp programs when aquatics areas are closed
Other duties as assigned