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Are you looking for a job that excites you every morning? We're hiring instructors for our 2024 season to help instruct paddling/kayaking/mindfulness in our Alameda kids spring/summer camps. We're seeking experienced teachers, youth coaches, environmental educators, and outdoor adventure instructors who love working with kids and exploring the great outdoors. We offer full-time, part-time, and summer seasonal positions in beautiful Alameda, CA, with outdoor paddle/kayak programs for children ages 6-16.

We're seeking individuals with a strong background in working with youth or leading outdoor adventure programs. Our goal is to help our staff grow with our program, and work with them to design and create an unforgettable experience for kids!

  • Our primary summer camp season is June 1st – August 30th with our private events and leadership programs operating during the shoulder seasons April - November.

  • Oversees the daily supervision and operations of the youth programs under the guidance of the Programs Director.

    Pay: $18 - $23 per hour

    • Oversees daily operations and instruction of youth programs, with a heightened focus on risk management and safety.

    • Oversees and develops instructor staff and Interns. Ensures staff understand and follow all policies, procedures, and emergency action plans.

    • Develop daily activity and paddle plan based on conditions and weather reports to limit unnecessary risks due to inclement weather.

    • Oversees the daily check-in for programs, including program paperwork, and addresses parent and camper issues as needed.

    • Maintains files and paperwork for all programs while they are in session, including participant liability and medical forms, medical emergency and incident report forms, risk management reports, and policy updates.

    • Manage the regular maintenance, inventory, and repair of equipment. Coordinates with the Program Director regarding facility development, equipment maintenance, and purchases.

    • Works with Program Director to develop program curriculum, activities, and structure to meet the needs and outcomes of Youth Program.

    • Oversee and develop strong group management on and off of the water for staff, interns, and campers.

    • Must be flexible in working additional hours to include evenings and weekends.

    • May perform other duties as needed

  • Works with the lead instructor to create a fun, exciting, educational, and safe camp experience.

    Pay: $16 - $19 per hour

    • Help with daily operations and instruction of our youth program with a heightened focus on risk management and safety.

    • Help to ensure staff and campers are following all policies, procedures, and emergency action plans.

    • Create a fun and inclusive environment for campers, interns, and staff.

    • Teach stand up paddling to individuals and groups.

    • Help develop camps games and activities on and off the water.

    • Review weather and paddling conditions to work with the lead instructor to develop the daily activities and paddle plan to avoid unnecessary risk due to paddling in inclement weather

    • Daily maintenance and care for equipment and site.

    • Must be flexible in working additional hours to include evenings and weekends.

    • May perform other duties as needed.

  • We are looking for individuals that either have a strong background in working with youth or a strong background in leading outdoor adventure programs. We want enthusiastic and motivated individuals who understand the importance of cultivating a program that empowers kids to be themselves and feel welcome.

    • At least two years of experience with a recreation program, outdoor leadership, youth education, customer service, and supervision.

    • At least 2 years of experience with aquatic programs and/or youth facilitation.

    • Ability to work well with the program director, instructors, interns, volunteers, youth participants, parents, organizations, clients, and the surrounding community.

    • Heightened focus on risk management, group management, and safety in an outdoor setting.

    • Excellent customer service skills to include the ability to respond courteously and knowledgeably to the needs of all campers, parents, and the surrounding community.

    • Experience in youth activity programming, activity coaching, game and drill development, and creating a culture that kids will love.

    • A high degree of initiative, self-motivation, and ability to motivate others.

    • Ability to provide a working atmosphere that is positive, inclusive, and productive

  • As a paddle instructor you will spend a large amount of the day on the water paddling, kayaking, swimming, and playing. We load, unload, and wash equipment daily.

    The following requirements are to ensure a safe and comfortable work experience.

    • Strong swimmer and comfortable in open water (San Francisco Bay)

    • Physically fit with the ability to lift and carry equipment (approximately 45 pounds)

    • Ability to sit, stand, walk, kayak, or paddle for extended periods of time

  • Certifications Required:

    • Current CPR and First Aid

    • Background Check

    Certifications Preferred:

    • Open Water Lifeguarding

    • ACA Level 1 SUP

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