Job Description
Job Title: Low Ropes Instructor
Reports to: Camp Director/Camp Manager
Direct Reports: none
Status: Non-Exempt, Seasonal
Hourly Range: $960 weekly salary + lodging and food during camp sessions
Schedule :
Training: 3/14/25-3/16/25 - At camp/overnight
6/6/24-6/9/24– At camp/overnight
Retreat Dates: 4/11/25 – 4/13/25
4/25/25 – 4/27/25
5/2/25 – 5/4/25
Camp Weeks: 3/31/25-4/4/25
6/15/25 – 6/20/25
6/22/25 – 6/27/25
7/13/25 – 7/18/25
7/27-25 – 8/1/25
Additional weeks/weekends may become available. Subject to change.
Program Information: Camp Woodcraft, a program of Woodcraft Rangers, has a storied legacy of fostering inclusion and access in the outdoors since its founding in 1902 by author and naturalist Ernest Thompson Seton. As a pioneer in youth development and outdoor education, Seton’s vision laid the groundwork for many of today’s outdoor education programs. Woodcraft Rangers has stood apart by ensuring all youth, regardless of race, religion, or socioeconomic background, can experience the healing the power of nature—because every child deserves a safe space to belong, connect, and grow.
Since launching its scouting and camping programs in Los Angeles in 1922, Woodcraft has championed whole child development and providing enriching opportunities for youth at little to no cost, exemplifying a commitment to a Camp-4-All. This commitment remains central to Woodcraft’s mission, eliminating barriers to participation and empowering young people to explore pathways to purposeful lives with positive mentorship and a supportive community.
For over a century, Camp Woodcraft has operated in picturesque Southern California locations like Lake Arrowhead, Big Bear, and Lake Castaic. Its new permanent home in Big Bear Valley continues this tradition, offering a year-round retreat where participants build confidence, curiosity, and lifelong memories.
True to its founding principles, Camp Woodcraft blends tradition with innovation, offering transformative, accessible experiences that empower youth to discover their potential in a safe and inclusive environment. With
every campfire story, hike, and shared adventure, Camp Woodcraft inspires the next generation to step out of their comfort, embrace challenges, uncover a love for nature and endless possibilities!
Position Information: To further the mission of the camp through the development and delivery of low ropes obstacles, the Camp Low Ropes Instructor is responsible for implementing a safe, fun, and developmentally appropriate low ropes program.
Position Responsibilities: - Develop and deliver a low ropes 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 low ropes obstacle area at all times, including while not in use
- Maintain low ropes equipment and area
- Conduct 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 low ropes to children. (Woodcraft Rangers will provide training & certification)
- Must submit health history record 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 season
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment: Some physical requirements of an archery position could be endurance including standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Requirement for eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate equipment. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/program.
Willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours delivering program in the facility available. Operate with daily exposure to the sun and heat and other environmental conditions.
THE ABOVE DECLARATIONS ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE AN “ALL-INCLUSIVE” LIST OF THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB DESCRIBED OR OF THE SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE JOB. RATHER, THEY ARE INTENDED ONLY TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Permanent employment, Summer work, Outdoor, Night shift, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,