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Outdoor Education Instructor
Camp Ondessonk —Ozark, IL
- $510 - $540 a week
- Seasonal
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Sanitation
- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
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Outdoor Education Instructor
Camp Ondessonk —Ozark, IL
Bachelor’s degree in any field; but a degree in outdoor recreation, education, or related field is a plus. Staffing Camp Ondessonk's Trading Post and Camp Store…
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Outdoor Education Instructor

Camp Ondessonk
Ozark, IL

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Job Details

Seasonal | Contract
$510 - $540 a week
4 days ago

Benefits

Paid housing
Employee discount
Professional development assistance

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Outdoor work experience
First Aid Certification
AED Certification

Full Job Description

Season Duration:

9-Month Contract: August 13, 2026 – May 14, 2027

3-Month Fall Contract: August 13, 2026 – November 17, 2026

Reports to: Program Coordinator

Compensation and Benefits:

$510 per week paid bi-weekly ($1020 per paycheck) Ability to earn an additional up to $30 per week based on degrees, certifications, and experience.
Meals provided when groups are served
Shared, single-gender housing and utilities provided, usually one person per bedroom
Qualification for many outdoor gear and clothing pro-deals
Financial assistance for trainings, certifications, & conferences
A 983-acre backyard of forest, bluffs, valleys, and waterfalls immediately adjacent Shawnee National Forest
Easy 2–3-hour drive to St. Louis and Nashville.
Instructors are not required to stay in a cabin with students, retiring to their on-site residences at night
3-week training program on hard & soft skills relating to leadership development, outdoor recreation, & education.

Required Qualifications:

19 years of age
Previous experience in a camp, afterschool, or recreation setting
First Aid/CPR/AED certified or ability to become certified within 30 days of employment
High levels of personal integrity, emotional maturity, patience, adaptability, and self-motivation
Energy, a good sense of humor, and a passion for the out-of-doors
Ability to hike at least 3 consecutive hours over moderate to difficult terrain and lift at least 35 pounds
A professional appearance (outdoorsy, woodsy professional)
Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications:

21 years of age
Bachelor’s degree in any field; but a degree in outdoor recreation, education, or related field is a plus
Knowledge of outdoor education, experiential education, equine programs, environmental education, and/or challenge course facilitation
Wilderness First Aid or Responder, Lifeguard, American Canoe Association, Certified Interpretive Guide, archery, rock climbing, equestrian, or other certifications

Primary Responsibilities: Program facilitation for Outdoor Education groups, Specialty/Open Camping Weekends, and Afterschool Programs encompass about .

Serving as group leader and facilitator for Camp Ondessonk's outdoor education and afterschool programs for youth ages 6-14. Programs include: Teambuilding, low and high challenge course activities, guided interpretive hikes, outdoor living skills, boating, campfires, astronomy, and more.
Assisting in the facilitation of Specialty Weekends including Mother/Daughter, Family Camp, Father/Son, etc.
Leading and facilitating adult learning programs such as hiking and boating.

Secondary Responsibilities: Logistical work including food service, lodging prep/cleaning, health and sanitation, and daily horse feeding encompass about .

Logistical work and cleaning for school groups, specialty weekends, and weekend guests.
Assisting in preparation and facilitation of meals and dining hall maintenance
Assisting in the daily feeding and general care of our Stables and 60+ horse herd, and some horse programming
Staffing Camp Ondessonk's Trading Post and Camp Store for school groups and weekend guests
Other duties as assigned

Pay: $510.00 - $540.00 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount
Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person

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