Summer Swim Instructor Day Camp
We are the Nature Place Day Camp, located in Chestnut Ridge, NY. We’re looking for Swim Instructors to work on our waterfront this upcoming 2026 summer season!
The Role of a NPDC Swim Instructor:
- Enable campers to enjoy the water
- Enjoy working with children of all ages
- Teach swimming skills starting from the basics (from head under water to treading)
- Offer a patient learning experience for our campers
- Confidence First: Focus on building campers’ water confidence as a foundation for developing swimming skills
Please apply if these describe you. Continue reading for some more information about us below.
We’re not your average summer experience, here’s why:
- Get life experience that looks good on any resume while working with great campers
- Connect with Nature, work outside in the fresh air and natural light
- Only 7 weeks, get the full experience and plenty of time to have your own adventures too
- We support you with great training and professionals to help you be successful.
- We can provide transportation; write great reference letters; have a morning coffee bar and so much more!
Still reading? That's exciting! Here’s a little about us
About The Nature Place:
- We build community through connecting people to themselves, others, and nature
- We offer a nature-oriented, non-competitive summer experience
- We have a safe, inclusive and collaborative environment so you can be your best selves
- Located on 200 acres of woods, streams, and fields all based near a school campus and close by Rockland County, NY
Camp Dates:
June 28 - August 14, 2026 (No camp July 3, enjoy your day off)
6 weeks + 1 full week of training so you are best prepared.