School Camping Program Coordinator

As an Program Coordinator for our School Camping (“Integrated Education”) program, you’ll play a key leadership role in delivering Sherman Lake YMCA’s award-winning school camping program. You’ll help students grow socially and emotionally through impactful experiential learning while guiding and supporting instructors and serving as a primary contact for teachers and campers.

Why You’ll Love This Role

  • Lead and shape quality outdoor, character-based programming.

  • Develop leadership, coaching, and professional facilitation skills.

  • Be part of a supportive, values-driven team focused on youth development.

  • Work in a beautiful outdoor environment with diverse learners.

What You’ll Do

  • Coordinate and lead overnight and day school groups.

  • Support and mentor I.E. instructors through coaching and feedback.

  • Serve as a key contact with partner teachers and school representatives.

  • Model YMCA core values: Honesty, Caring, Respect, Responsibility.

  • Maintain student and staff safety with professional and vigilant supervision.

  • Facilitate activities like welcoming ceremonies, meals, team building, and more.

What We Provide

  • $100/day + $10/day Lifeguard bonus

  • On-site housing (laundry, internet, furnished).

  • Free YMCA membership with access to facilities.

  • Free certification opportunities.

  • Access to mental health support resources.

  • Pro deals and up to $500 referral bonuses.

Qualifications

  • Age 18+ and available Monday–Friday with overnights.

  • Team-oriented, resilient, adaptable, and physically capable.

  • Excellent character and professionalism aligned with YMCA values.

  • Willingness to obtain Basic Life Support & First Aid certifications (provided).

  • Must have at least four seasons of camp experience.

  • This is a seasonal, full-time position. Positions are available during the Fall (late August-early December) and Winter/Spring (early February - early June). Free certification courses are available for Sherman Lake Integrated Education staff before staff training.

Dates of Employment

This is a seasonal, full-time position. Positions are available during the Fall (late August-early December) and Winter/Spring (early February - early June). Free certification courses are available for Sherman Lake Integrated Education staff before staff training.

Please send a resume and cover letter (emails listed below), as well as apply via the link below!

Join the team!

Questions?

Nicole Deir, Assistant Director

nicoled@ymcasl.org

Danielle Moore, Program Director

daniellem@ymcasl.org

Main Office

269.731.3030


Other Integrated Education Positions:

Integrated Education Instructor