Position Summary: Mt Seymour Resort is seeking strong environmental role models to be Summer Program Instructors for our wilderness-based summer day camps operating from the top of Mt Seymour. Mt Seymour’s Eco-Adventure Camp provides wilderness-based day camp programs for children aged 5-12. Our experiential camps engage kids in nature education, wilderness survival skills, and personal growth.

Responsibilities & Duties: Program development, program delivery, direct leadership and care of children and youth, and general administrative tasks.

QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES (REQUIRED):

Experience working with children aged 5-12
Exemplifies such qualities as: social and environmental responsibility, safety awareness, flexibility, sense of humor, and a passion for continuous learning and mentorship
Familiarity with Mt Seymour summer hiking trails
Knowledge of Mt Seymour flora and fauna
Demonstrated group leadership skills in an outdoor (preferably wilderness) setting
Knowledge of wilderness skills, safety and etiquette
Amazing team player and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Capable of mentoring and assisting volunteer leaders in training and junior program instructors
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Primitive survival skills and bushcraft knowledge an asset

QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES (DESIRED):

Degree or diploma in outdoor recreation or adventure tourism or in progress
Degree in biology, environmental studies, education or related area of study, or equivalent or in progress
Formal camp experience
Knowledge of local First Nations history and culture
Training or experience working with children with special needs
Reliable transportation
Class 4 driver’s license
Current first aid certificate

Camp Instructors will work collaboratively to do the following:

Develop and refine age-appropriate summer program content
Deliver daily programming
Be responsible for the care, safety of, and injury prevention of campers
Develop props and supporting material/equipment
Maintain a positive camp environment

OTHER:

Must be available for entire employment duration from June 15th to September 1st.
Part-time hours from June 15 to start of camp. Full time (40 hours) for duration of camps.
Must be willing to complete a criminal record check
Must be willing to work on a mountain top in challenging weather and environmental conditions

If you are currently residing outside of the Vancouver area, please state when you will be in Vancouver and available for an interview. Only in-person interviews will be conducted.

Please apply with cover letter, resume and references to:

Kevin Woodhouse
Outdoor Education Manager
kwoodhouse@mtseymour.ca