GO WEST CAMPS Colorado Springs' premier Summer Day Camp is hiring staff for summer 2025. Here you will find all the community and connection of an overnight camp but have your nights and weekends free! Go West Site Director staff work Monday-Friday, 40-45 hours per week, May 19th-August 1st.
SITE DIRECTOR provides leadership, direction and supervision to staff in all aspects of camp life. They provide supervision in ratio with program participants as needed. They plan, prepare and facilitate age-appropriate activities in large and small groups. They provide instruction and training to staff. They provide organization, leadership and administrative support, including timely communication with staff and parents. They provide an atmosphere of respect, acceptance and caring for each child and show each child as much individual attention as possible. They interact positively with children, other staff members and parents. Site Directors will evaluate program, staff and procedures, making changes that have a positive impact on camp.
THE PERKS OF WORKING AT GO WEST
- PROFESSIONAL TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE - Get a head start! Thinking about a career in education or outdoor recreation? Get real life experience working at camp and honing your skills.
- CERTIFICATIONS - Take it with you when you go! All of the Go West Camps staff have First Aid and CPR. Go West has supported staff financially to attend certification programs through the American Mountain Guide Association, American Canoe Association, and the International Mountain Biking Association. These certifications can be an asset in your job search after the summer.
- REFERENCES - Boost your resume! We love telling everybody how great our staff is. Camp is the perfect opportunity to create relationships with people who want you to succeed at camp and beyond.
- ROCKY MOUNTAIN SETTING - Location, location, location! While our focus is on youth development, it doesn't hurt that we're surrounded by the scenic Rocky Mountains of Colorado. Not a bad place to play and explore during the summer!
- FOR FUN - The opportunities for fun while you are on staff at Go West Camps are boundless. We will hike, climb, mountain bike, kayak, shoot archery, fish, create art and swim, among many, many other great activities.
Job Type: Full-time, Temporary (Summer Season Only)
Pay: Starting $17.00 per hour
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