Pine Tree Camps - Summer 2027, Day Camp Instructor

About the role

Pine Tree Camps at Lynn University is an American Camp Association accredited day and overnight camp in Boca Raton, Florida. We offer programs for campers ages 5 to 14, including traditional skill-building, sports, overnight, and counselor training programs. Our environment is fully committed to the latest health and safety standards, providing unmatched personal attention that fosters a strong sense of achievement in every camper.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and supervise a safe and fun program in your area of expertise.
• Manage the ordering of supplies needed for your program.
• Ensure lesson plans are completed and implemented to deliver high-quality programs to campers ages 5–14.
• Manage daily program success and camper skill development, accounting for age differences.
• Communicate daily program needs and expectations with group counselors.
• Focus on skill development for campers.
• Manage the upkeep of all programming facilities, areas, and equipment.
• Create and maintain an inventory of programming equipment.
• Discuss planning and implementation during staff training.
• Ensure campers and staff adhere to safety precautions during programming.
• Manage program areas and minimize hazards.
• Conduct daily checks of all program facilities and equipment.
• Identify, maintain, and create an inventory of all program equipment.
• Note when repairs or new materials are needed.
• Assist other program staff as needed.

Activities

• Sports: Archery, Fishing, Fitness Classes, Go-Karting, Karate / Self Defense, Pickleball, Tennis, Yoga
• Water Sports: Boating, Canoeing
• Arts: Arts & Crafts, Creative Arts, Dance, Drama, Editable Crafts, Music

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Possess leadership qualities and the ability to use sound judgment.
• Experience working with children.
• Experience teaching in your activity area of interest.
• Available for all 9 weeks of camp plus one week of training: May 24–July 30, 2027.
• Work Monday to Friday, 30–40 hours per week.