Job Title: Activity Instructor  

Reports To: Camp Manager  
 

Are you passionate about giving back to your community and serving the youth? 
 

Who We Are: 

In 1922, Woodcraft Rangers opened its doors in Los Angeles and began its mission of guiding young people as they explore pathways to purposeful lives. As a progressive organization, Woodcraft has always been responsive to the evolving needs of the communities served, and is notably inclusive, youth-led, and rooted in the Woodcraft Way, a holistic framework that develops body, mind, spirit, and service. Continuously at the forefront of expanded learning opportunities, Woodcraft Rangers has a rich history of making a significant impact in the greater Los Angeles area, believing that all youth are innately good, deserve the opportunity to realize their full potential, and should be an active participant in defining their own path.  
 

What We Do:  

Camp Woodcraft, one of California’s original and most inclusive camp programs, serves as a year-round outdoor education and retreat center in Big Bear. From science-based school retreats, summer sleepaway camp, and wellness retreats to family camps and community gatherings, we provide immersive opportunities for young people to connect, learn, and grow in nature.  
 

Ideal Candidate: 

The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, energetic, and passionate about working with children in a camp setting. They have experience in leading activities and are committed to maintaining a safe, fun, and inclusive environment. A strong communicator and team player, capable of fostering camper development in areas such as social skills, leadership, and self-confidence. They are responsible, organized, and attentive to safety, equipment care, and program quality. Most importantly, they embrace camp spirit, ready to engage in all activities, bring creativity to programs, and ensure campers have a memorable and enjoyable experience.  
 

Why Work for Woodcraft Rangers: 

• Paid vacation 

• Sick time 

• Health Benefits 

• 403(b) retirement 

• Pet insurance 

• Lifecraft 

• Upward mobility 

• Career development 

• The opportunity to create a lasting positive impact on youth within your community. 
   

Role Overview: 

Activity instructors are responsible for leading a safe, engaging and developmentally appropriate high-risk activity for campers, while actively contributing to the overall camp experience. This role emphasizes camper growth, building social skills, responsibility, leadership, and self-confidence, through both structured programs and everyday interactions. The instructor maintains the identified activity area and equipment to the highest safety standards, participates enthusiastically in all camp activities, and collaborates as part of a dynamic camp staff team to create a fun, memorable, and inclusive environment for all campers.  
 

Responsibilities: 

• Develop and deliver an archery, axe throwing, low ropes or rock climbing program that is developmentally appropriate for campers 

• Focus on camper development (social skills, communal living skills, responsibility, self-esteem, leadership development, etc... ) 

• Ensure that all camp staff and campers know and follow safety and educational procedures 

• Maintain a clean, safe and secure activity area at all times, including while not in use 

• Maintain activity equipment 

• Conduct daily safety checks of equipment 

• Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, planning and leading those as assigned 

• Participate as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise special events, evening programs and other all-camp activities. 

• Ensure campers have fun!! It’s camp!  
   

Qualifications: 

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED (AA Degree in Child Development or a related field preferred); prior experience working with groups of K-12 students in an academic or recreational setting preferred. 

• Must be First Aid/CPR certified. (Training provided by Woodcraft Rangers) 

• TB Clearance 

• Successful completion of livescan/background check with DOJ, FBI 

• Training and experience teaching archery, axe throwing, low ropes or rock climbing to children. (Woodcraft Rangers will provide training & certification)  

• Must submit health history records prior to first day of work.  

• Possess attributes that contribute to camper success (enthusiasm, integrity, compassion, trustworthiness, patience and respect) 

• Experience working with youth in a camp environment preferred, a minimum of one year working with youth in any setting. 

• Ability to perform traditional summer camp activities (hike, chants, stand for extended periods of time, etc.) 

• Possess the cognitive, auditory, and visual abilities to perform described duties at camp 

• Must be able to stay at camp in Big Bear Valley, CA during camp sessions 
   

Skills: 

• Safe and engaging activity instruction for all ages 

• Strong camper leadership and development skills  

• Team player with excellent communication  

• Program planning and activity leadership 

• Equipment and activity area maintenance  

• Energetic, adaptable, and fun-loving 
   

Physical Demands: 

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the following physical demands may be essential for the effective performance of this position. Reasonable accommodation will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions: 

• Ability to move throughout the camp environment, including cabins, outdoor spaces and activity areas 

• Ability to remain active and engaged for extended periods of time, including standing, walking and participating in outdoor activities 

• Ability to supervise and interact with campers in a variety of settings and environmental conditions  

• Ability to lift, carry, or move camp supplies and equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation 

• Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations, with or without reasonable accommodations  

• Reasonable accommodation is available for individuals with disabilities.  
   

Work Environment: 

We are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and will actively consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals to effectively perform their roles. This position operates in environments typical of the following key aspects: 

• Primarily outdoor, sleepaway camp setting with regular exposure to varying weather conditions  

• Work takes place in cabins, dining areas, trails, activity spaces, and other shared camp facilities  

• High-energy environment involving frequent interaction with children, staff, and groups 

• Schedule may include early mornings, evenings, overnight supervision, and weekends during camp sessions 

• Noise levels may vary and can be moderate to high during activities and events 

• Close collaboration with camp leadership and staff as part of a team based environment.  
   

Status: Full-time; Non-Exempt 

Hourly Range: $130/day stipend 

Hours of Operation: Vary depending on camp sessions   

Location: Big Bear Valley 

Woodcraft Rangers provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without discrimination with regard to race, religious belief, color, sex, sex stereotype, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including breastfeeding), age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identification and expression, transgender status, transitioning status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, family care, marital status, enrollment in any public assistance program, status as military, a veteran or qualified disabled veteran, status as an unpaid intern or volunteer, or any other classification protected by law. We also prohibit discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.