Scoutcraft Instructor
$1,600–$1,700 year
On-siteGlen Jean, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Instruct, mentor, and engage Scouts (ages 11-17) in outdoor and Scouting skills merit badges, presenting to groups of 5-20 to transfer knowledge and empower application of skills. Coordinate and collect program materials, turn in accurate advancement paperwork to a supervisor, and participate in camp-wide activities including campfires and evening programs. Assist with setup, maintenance, and takedown of program and camping areas while modeling the Scout Oath and Law in daily interactions. Maintain a clean, organized, inspected, neat, and safe work area. Perform additional duties assigned by SBR leadership and abide by policies outlined in the staff handbook. Work 50+ hours daily in a summer camp setting at the Summit Bechtel Reserve near New River Gorge National Park in West Virginia.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum age: 18+
- Comfortable speaking and presenting in front of youth and adults
- Willing to become a registered Scouting America member (includes background screening)
- Comfortable using Microsoft Teams for daily work-related communication
- Ability to stand, walk, and hike, up to 8 hours daily and ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds
- Complete the Annual Health and Medical Record, including height/weight guidelines
- Housing: 10'x12' platform tent in Staff Camp
- Uniform: Summit Staff Uniform
- Work Hours: 50+
Desired Qualifications
- Preferred: Knowledge of Scouting/outdoor skills, including knots/lashings, camping, cooking, and first aid
- Preferred: Previous Scouting, camping, and outdoors experience
- High-level emotional intelligence (such as self/social awareness and team dynamics)
- Positive and cheerful attitude with a strong customer-service focus
- Adaptability in a fast-paced environment with ability to learn/develop hard and soft skills
- Ability to connect with individuals from diverse age groups, maturity, and backgrounds
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