OutdoorAdventure Facilitators, Summer Camp Instructors/Youth Development
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19936 Fisher Avenue, Poolesville, Montgomery County, Maryland, 20837, USA
Other locations: Montgomery County MD, Washington DC, Fairfax county VA, Arlington VA, McLean VA, Great Falls VA
Listed on 2026-02-25
Other locations: Montgomery County MD, Washington DC, Fairfax county VA, Arlington VA, McLean VA, Great Falls VA
Listing for:
Calleva
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary
position
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Listed on 2026-02-25
Job specializations:
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Outdoor / Nature, Recreation & Leisure, Summer Seasonal -
Education / Teaching
Summer Camp, Summer Seasonal, Youth Development
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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- 3-Season Instructor/Facilitators
During the spring and fall season, Outdoor Education Facilitators will lead 5th–10th grade school students on day and multi-day programs including outdoor adventures, environmental and agricultural education and Calleva’s unique forest ropes challenge course. During the summer months, three season staff either lead or co-lead adventure-based camp programs.
- Summer Camp Instructors
As passionate, experienced outdoor adventurers, Summer Camp Instructors are certified and trained in a specific activity and facilitate weeklong outdoor adventure day camps, residential camps and traveling overnights for youth ages 8-14. Activities include canoeing, kayaking, rafting, stand-up paddle boarding, sailing, surfing, fishing, rock climbing, mountain biking, environmental education, farming, horseback riding, and general camping. Instructors facilitate a new adventure pursuit each week and lead small groups of campers as they explore a variety of outdoor recreation sites.
Applicants for an Instructor position should have great communication, teaching and leadership skills, plus a strong sense of responsibility and professionalism. They should possess extensive experience in their field of expertise and enthusiasm for sharing outdoor adventures with campers. A positive attitude, fun, flexibility, and a strong work ethic are essential.
- Late Summer/Fall Season Facilitators
Outdoor Education Facilitators will lead 5th–10th grade school students on day and multi-day programs including outdoor adventures, environmental and agricultural education and Calleva’s unique forest ropes challenge course.
Position Requirements
High School,
1+ Years
work experience Calleva is looking for individuals who are committed to building on their core values:
• Community and teamwork
• Personal responsibility and empowerment
• Stewardship
• Tradition
• Loyalty and commitment
• Integrity
• Curiosity
Calleva values people with diverse life experiences who seek adventure in their personal lives. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and be passionate about sharing their love of the outdoors with children. All staff must have considerable proficiency in teaching and communicating with participants of diverse backgrounds and needs. You must also be able to demonstrate solid outdoor skills, hard skills, and proficiency in the activity of your choice and excellent all-round soft skills.
Certain positions require a valid driver’s license and applicants will need to obtain a DOT Medical Certificate (basic physical exam) to operate motor vehicles. Calleva offers the opportunity to obtain a CDL to drive camp bus routes in full-size buses for additional compensation.
Applicants should be comfortable working and driving in varying weather conditions as many programs are physically and mentally demanding. All staff must be physically capable of camping and moderately heavy activity equipment over long distances and uneven terrain.
• Community and teamwork
• Personal responsibility and empowerment
• Stewardship
• Tradition
• Loyalty and commitment
• Integrity
• Curiosity
Calleva values people with diverse life experiences who seek adventure in their personal lives. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and be passionate about sharing their love of the outdoors with children. All staff must have considerable proficiency in teaching and communicating with participants of diverse backgrounds and needs. You must also be able to demonstrate solid outdoor skills, hard skills, and proficiency in the activity of your choice and excellent all-round soft skills.
Certain positions require a valid driver’s license and applicants will need to obtain a DOT Medical Certificate (basic physical exam) to operate motor vehicles. Calleva offers the opportunity to obtain a CDL to drive camp bus routes in full-size buses for additional compensation.
Applicants should be comfortable working and driving in varying weather conditions as many programs are physically and mentally demanding. All staff must be physically capable of camping and moderately heavy activity equipment over long distances and uneven terrain.
Additional Information / Benefits
Calleva is located 20 minutes outside of DC and a perfect launching point for wild and wonderful West Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley. The three main campuses include Riley’s Lock (C&O Canal National Park—great for water-based programs like kayaking, canoeing, and fishing); the Calleva Farm (located in Dickerson, Maryland—the hub for agricultural education and horseback riding programs), and the new 250+ acre Madeira site in Virginia (the riverfront property has rock climbing on site, a full ropes course, and access to some of the best whitewater on the Potomac River).
Calleva staff will get the best of both worlds—city life and working in the country.
Perks include meals for all overnight trips, extensive training and development, pro deal purchases, personal use of program equipment, discounts on professional development courses and training certifications, and the opportunity to be a part of an active community of enthusiastic outdoor leaders.
Bunk-style accommodations for staff (located 10 minutes from Calleva's main site) is provided for $110/week.
Calleva staff will get the best of both worlds—city life and working in the country.
Perks include meals for all overnight trips, extensive training and development, pro deal purchases, personal use of program equipment, discounts on professional development courses and training certifications, and the opportunity to be a part of an active community of enthusiastic outdoor leaders.
Bunk-style accommodations for staff (located 10 minutes from Calleva's main site) is provided for $110/week.
Contact Information
Contact Name: Lucy Martin
Contact Phone: 3012161248
Preferred method of contact: Email with CV via Application Box below.
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