Colorado Day Camp Counselor - job 1 of 2

For 20  years, Avid4 Adventure has empowered kids to live active, outdoor lifestyles through our unique outdoor programming.  From teaching youth to ride a bike for the very first time to guiding experienced campers through multi-day backpacking expeditions, our Summer Instructors lay the foundation for a lifelong love of adventure. In turn, our team members gain invaluable mentorship and training in outdoor sports, youth development, leadership, and Leave No Trace principles. If you are seeking meaningful work as part of an inclusive community of outdoor enthusiasts, we invite you to join us this upcoming summer!

We are hiring Summer Day Camp Instructors for the following locations:

• North: Lafayette, and Valmont Bike Park

• West: Golden

• Denver/East: Central Park, Greenwood Village, and Washington Park

We have a limited number of non-driver positions available at some camp locations. Staff must be at least 20 years old to be eligible for a driver role. Non-driver candidates will be considered for a limited number of locations and positions.

In this role you will

• Co-lead daily outdoor programming including mountain biking, rock climbing, kayaking, canoeing, SUPing, and Leave No Trace principles

• Organize and participate in camp programming, ranging from outdoor sports to camp games and rituals

• Follow and educate campers on safety protocols to ensure the wellbeing of participants

• Serve as a role model by exhibiting appropriate behavior, attitudes, and activities

• Provide exceptional customer service to parents and all program participants

• If you are a trained Driver, transport up to 13 campers to and from program areas with company passenger vans

• Candidates with increased experience in one or more of our core sports may serve as a program area expert (i.e., as a Specialist) either supporting multi sport camps or instructing single sport camps in: climbing, mountain biking, or survival skills

Your Background 

• Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of camp

• Must be at least 20 years of age to be eligible for a Driver position

• +1 years of experience working with kids in a professional or volunteer setting preferred

• Experience in one of our core sports is preferred, but not required for Instructors

• Demonstrated personal and/or professional experience in one of our core sports is required for Specialists

• Minimum of Basic First Aid & CPR certification by the start of camp (and we can point you in the right direction to get this done)

Important Details

• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 35-40  hours/week

• Position Duration: Training begins May 22 to May 31, location and position depending; Camps run May 27- June 9 and run through August 8-August 15, location depending.

• Compensation: Pay is determined by position, additional responsibilities, relevant certifications, and staff tenure. Starting hourly rates are below:

  • Instructors: $18.81/hour

  • Specialists: $19.25 - $20.20/hour (position depending)

  • Relevant Certification Bonuses: $100 - $400 per certification (up to $1,000) 

Our Interview Process

After you submit an application, here is what you can expect next: 

• Step 1: Complete a one-way video interview

• Step 2: 20-minute live virtual interview and submit three references (personal and/or professional)

• Final decision!!

This process moves quickly so be ready to hear from us shortly after you submit your application.

Why Avid4 Adventure?

• We are repeatedly voted by Outside Magazine as one of the 50 Best Places to Work.

• We are the only summer camp in the world that is a Certified B Corp (Benefit Corporation).

• We truly live by our Core Values.

• We are committed to improving inclusion, diversity, justice, and equity both internally and in the outdoor industry as a whole. You can learn more about our JEDI commitments and progress here.

• Benefits - Affordable health insurance for seasonal staff, access to free gear, discounted pro deals on gear, professional development, public transportation reimbursement to/from camp, and more!