Lead Program Instructor

YMCA of Honolulu • HI

82d • $425

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Senior Program Director, this position primarily involves the supervision and leading of a variety of safe and fun Outdoor Education activities with a strong emphasis on Environmental Education and Team Building and communicating with teachers during their trip to Camp Erdman. The Lead Program Instructor will orient teachers upon arrival, answer any questions they have, facilitate programs, set-up (or lead) evening programs for school groups, and be a primary point of contact for a school throughout their trip to Erdman. The Lead Program Instructor must have a thorough understanding of the YMCA’s mission and goals, and a desire to work with children. Leadership skills, enthusiasm, patience, a sense of humor, and self-control are all essential.

Requirements

• Experience working with children in a camp or outdoor recreational setting required.
• Requires understanding of childhood development and group management in a general camp setting.
• Camp leadership experience required.
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• CPR/AED and First Aid required.
• TB test required.
• Must be able to successfully complete YMCA Camp Erdman’s High Ropes Facilitator Training.
• Must be able to successfully complete YMCA Lifeguard Training.

Nice To Haves

• College experience preferred.
• YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard Certification preferred.
• Ropes facilitation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand and be in accord with the YMCA philosophy, goals, and objectives.
• Be a role model for & develop positive meaningful relationships with youth and staff members.
• Effectively coach and mentor Program Instructors.
• Provide children with the opportunities to make new friends and learn new activities.
• Be concerned with camper development & growth.
• Be aware of health and safety concerns.
• Ensure that each and every camper is included in the group.
• Ensure that Camp Erdman is a positive and memorable experience instilling a strong desire to return to every camper.
• Be consistent in following program policies and standards operating procedures.
• Work toward a team spirit and effort among the staff and children.
• Be on time for work and meetings.
• Live on-site at Camp Erdman, in housing as assigned by the Camp Director of School and Retreat Programs.

Benefits

• Onsite seasonal housing

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED