Summer Program Instructor

Title: Summer Program Instructor
Department: Outdoor Education
Reports to: Outdoor Education Supervisors & Manager

Spend Your Summer in the Mountains

At Mt Seymour, we believe being in the mountains is incredible. Our mission is to create “wow” experiences in a mountain environment for all skillsets and abilities, and our summer programs are no exception.

Our Eco-Adventure Camp is a wilderness-based day camp for children aged 5-12, focused on nature, connection, outdoor skills, and personal growth. We’re looking for Outdoor Education Program Guides to deliver engaging, hands-on experiences and help create unforgettable days for our campers.

As a Program Guide, you’ll be part of a small, passionate team bringing our summer camp programs to life. You’ll lead groups of children through outdoor adventures, teach foundational wilderness skills, and foster a fun, safe, and inclusive environment.

This is an active, outdoor role where you’ll spend your days hiking trails, leading games and activities, and building meaningful connections with campers, all while working in a beautiful mountain setting.

There is also potential for work throughout the winter season December-March, supporting our snowshoe tours and winter programming.

summary of responsibilities

Mt Seymour Resort is seeking strong environmental role models to be Summer Program Instructors for our wilderness-based summer day camps. 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.

responsibilites & duties

Program development, program delivery, direct leadership and care of children and youth, and general administrative support.

Camp Instructors will work collaboratively to:

• Develop and refine age-appropriate program content
• Deliver safe, engaging daily programming
• Ensure the care, safety, and injury prevention of all campers\
• Support inclusion, self-regulation, and positive social development
• Mentor and support volunteer leaders
• Create and maintain a positive, fun, and inclusive camp environment
• Develop props, materials, and supporting program equipment
• Maintain cleanliness of program spaces and ensure safety is always a top priority

qualifications & attributes

• Ability to commit to the full camp season (Monday–Friday), June 29 – September 4, 2026 (excluding July 1 & August 3 stat holidays)
• Experience working with children aged 5-12
• Demonstrated group leadership skills in an outdoor (preferably wilderness) setting
• Strong knowledge of wilderness skills, safety, and outdoor etiquette
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Experience mentoring or supporting volunteers
• Ability to remain calm and effective in potentially stressful situations
• Physically capable of hiking over rough, mountainous terrain for extended periods while carrying program supplies
• Familiarity with Mt Seymour hiking trails, flora, and fauna
• Degree or diploma (completed or in progress) in Education, Outdoor Recreation, Adventure Tourism, Biology, Environmental Sciences, or a related field, or equivalent experience considered an asset
• Knowledge of local First Nations history and culture considered an asset
• Training or experience working with children with diverse or unique needs considered an asset

• Primitive survival skills and bushcraft knowledge considered an asset

  You are:

• Passionate about the outdoors and working with children
• Energetic, positive, and adaptable
• Safety-focused and responsible
• A strong team player with a sense of humor
• Committed to social and environmental responsibility and continuous learning

why choose us?

• Complimentary winter staff season pass and shuttle bus pass
• A range of industry discounts and perks
• Winter reciprocal passes at other mountains
• Two weeks of paid training, including program delivery, trail orientation, and learning about Mt Seymour’s flora, fauna, and unique history
• A supportive, welcoming, and inclusive work environment where everyone is valued and celebrated

terms of employment

• Employment duration: June 15 – September 4, 2026
• Part-time hours from June 15 to June 29; full-time (40 hours/week) during camp operations from June 29 (excluding July 1 & August 3 stat holidays)
• Must be willing to complete a criminal record check
• Must be willing to occasionally supervise children travelling to and from camp on buses
• Must be comfortable working in a mountain environment with variable weather conditions

• Wage range: $18.50 – $20.00 per hour, based on experience

  Candidates currently residing outside of the Vancouver area should indicate their relocation timeline (online/video interviews available)