Camp For All
Camp For All
Currently recruiting for the season from September 1st, 2026 to September 1st, 2027.
Serving more than 11,000 children and adults throughout the year, Camp For All provides opportunities for campers to find hope, grow in self-confidence and realize they are not alone. Discovering they are not defined by their challenge, they focus on what they “can” do.
Located in Burton, Texas in a tranquil setting, encompassed by lush landscape and rolling hills, the 206-acre campsite features more than 100,000 square feet of facilities, two lakes, nature trails, wooded areas and cleared areas for a wide range of activities. The smoke-free facility is fully accessible and designed to foster campers’ independence.
- Location
- Texas
- Season
- Year Round
- Staff size
- 35 - 100
- Housing
- Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
- Meals
- Provided
- Cell phone service
- Yes, most carriers
- Internet access
- Good
About Camp For All
Camp For All is a place unlike any other. Every day we strive to bring memorable moments into the lives of our campers. From the second they come through the gate, we transform can’t do into CAN DO. The limitations, reservations and restrictions placed on them in their everyday lives disappear here. Through the help of our encouraging staff and our culture of universal programming, each camper can be successful at anything they try. Campers come to Camp and realize there are no barriers to what they can be or do while here. With endless possibilities at Camp For All campers are able to Discover Life.
As the Program Team, we have a front-row seat to all the amazing things Camp can do. We have the unique privilege of getting to help create these amazing moments. Through training, hard-work, role modeling, problem-solving, team-work and a passion for our mission, our staff excel at helping our campers grow in a multitude of ways. Our team is a collective of people whose experience may vary but whose love for Camp For All is apparent in everything they do. While our facilities are amazing and our activities are great, it’s the program staff who really help set Camp For All apart as a nationally recognized leader in special-needs camping. Because we believe our campers deserve the best, we have very high expectations for our staff members. We look for people who thrive on high expectations and look to tackle each new challenge with a smile.
The Employee Experience
Leading nature, facilitating the zip-line, being the villain in our secret mission night activity, taking out the trash, repainting the paintball course, finding kindling for the campfire or teaching campers how to take a photo. These are the jobs that make up what it’s like to be a Program Instructor at Camp For All. No day is the same and every day is AWE- some!
Our staff are responsible for a variety of things and are the heartbeat of Camp. In the fall and spring, instructors are the reason our campers have a blast. Their jobs span a little bit of everything, we make camp happen!
Their main responsibility is to run activities for our campers. Each of our instructors get cross-trained in the most utilized activities. That means they aren’t stuck just being the “canoeing instructor” all season. They’ll get a chance to lead a bunch of activities throughout the day and season. Each week and/or weekend there are a new set of campers that come to camp. Which means our instructors get the chance to work with a variety of individuals and customize and adapt their skills each week.
Leading 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 different activities a day is a skill that our instructors continue to cultivate during their time here. Everything from the idea creation, instruction planning, activity set up and clean up are all in the hands of our instructors.
Working at a camp is hardwork and we push that theory to the limit. Our instructors also spend their time assisting other departments. We are responsible for serving all of the meals, washing the dishes, taking out trash, general cleaning, and moving luggage, to name a few.
Camp moves at a fast pace and probably even faster at Camp For All. That’s one of the things new instructors notice right away. Everything we do is customer service and we are in a hurry to make our campers happy. We value the experience our campers have here and do anything we can to make it exceptionally memorable.
Our Instructor program is truly what you make of it. It can be a great way to hone your teaching skills. A place to take the next step in your camping career. A way to get more experience with a wide variety of people. A stop over or gap season while you figure out your next move. We have all types of people who come to Camp For All to be an Instructor. All types of reasons to come. But what they all leave with is whatever they put in.
Ideal Candidate
The key to our success is the caliber of our staff. Our staff create an atmosphere for growth and implement dynamic and meaningful programming. Their job is not for the faint of heart and thus we look for those who find joy making our mission come to life.
At Camp For All, we look for dedicated and responsible people who aren’t afraid of hard work. People who have a swiss-army knife mentality, versatile and ready for anything. No day is ever the same here at Camp and being someone who is prepared and flexible helps bring out the best in the team. They are asked to teach a wide variety of activities which means their ability to adapt is one of extreme importance.
It’s not uncommon to find our staff in a hot dog costume and singing “let it go” while washing dishes or with a face covered in bright colored, camper done, make-up while belaying campers up a rock wall. Days can be long and tasks can be tedious, but we look for people who enjoy finding the “fun” at any moment.
Program staff are problem solvers. Whether leading an activity by themselves or working together to complete preparation for an evening program, new challenges arise at the drop of a hat. We look for people who can think outside of the box, who are able to listen and validate someone else’s idea, to find the flaws in their own ideas or willing to ask for help, all to find innovative solutions.
Our staff are like the players on the ‘92 dream team. Like, Michael Jordan, David Robinson and Larry Bird, they are great individual players. But the magic happens when they are able to work together for a greater cause. Each season we look to assemble the greatest camp team ever assembled.
Room and Board
Throughout each season our staff live in a community of their own called The Retreats. The Retreats at Camp For All consist of five semi-private living bungalows with prime yard space, a multipurpose clubhouse, and access to round the clock Wi-Fi.
Each Retreat has 4 bedrooms and 4 large baths, 2 of each flanking a communal living area. Each bedroom may house up to 3 Instructors at one time, with one bunk bed and one single bed in each room. The communal living area in each Retreat has a couch, armchair, coffee pot, mini-fridge, sink, and microwave.
During off-time, Program Instructors have access to our Arts & Crafts kitchen equipped with two refrigerators, and two oven/stovetops to best suit their cooking needs. Along with the option to cook their own food in our Arts & Crafts kitchen, Program Instructors frequently have access to a plethora of delicious leftover Camp food provided by our Kitchen staff. During working hours, all meals are provided to Program Instructors. Outside of working hours Instructors may sign up for meals if the Kitchen is cooking for another on-site group.
For Fun
The small town of Burton is set right in the heart of Texas. I promise Texas isn’t all cowboys and tumbleweeds! There are a vast amount of experiences and excursions to keep you busy during your days off. 15 minutes from camp is the town of Brenham which is good for quick trips to grab groceries, check out the latest movie or get a bite to eat. Travel a little over 30 minutes and you can be in College station or Bastrop. College Station is home to Texas A&M university and has a thriving college town community. If you love college sports, that’s the town for you. Bastrop is home to a small artist enclave, with local breweries and workshops in their downtown area. In a little over an hour you can be in either Austin or Houston, both major metropolitan areas. Each has it’s own unique flavor where Austin boast a huge outdoor recreation community and lots of live music. Houston offers a lot in the way of Arts and Theater culture and endless fine dining.
Exploring Texas you’ll be sure to find something to fit your interest!
Current Job Openings
Participates in staff orientation and training for Camp For All programs
Obtains optional program certifications, including, but not limited to life guarding, challenge course, etc.
Obtains required CPR training
Exhibits the ability to manage an assigned program activity, including planning and adapting the activity to the camper’s special needs
Work with Program Supervisors to maintain and upkeep program activity areas. Demonstrates the desire to learn, understand and adapt to the needs of the individual camper
Follows all safety standards set by Camp For All and the Assistant Camp Director in accordance with Texas Department of Health and American Camping Association
Immediately corrects any safety infractions and/or reports such to supervisor
Displays the ability and desire to work as a team with the program management team as well as other program staff
Manages free time in a responsible manner so as to be fully prepared for each Partner group
Follows a variety of instructions, procedure manuals and safety rules
Maintains flexible work schedule with the ability to work extended hours as needed for weekends worked.
Requires at least a 3-weekend commitment for the season. (February through April)
Attendance at training weekend is required.
Must be able to attend and actively participate in required training held February 5-7, 2027
High School diploma (or equivalent)
Must be at least 18 years of age
Experience in leadership and/or volunteer roles
Desire to work with the special needs population
Must be able to move equipment and/or objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly, or more than 50 pounds occasionally
Must be able to remain in a stationary position during shift
Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions
Must be able to communicate effectively with campers, staff and volunteers to ensure immediate response to safety issues
Must be able to travel between activity areas across camp property in a timely manner sufficient to maintain supervision and safety coverage of assigned activities, with or without reasonable accommodation
Must be able to live independently and self-sufficiently in the provided housing
Early Commitment Bonus - Accept and sign your offer letter by December 31, 2026 and receive a $100 Early Commitment Bonus as a thank you for committing early to the 2027 summer season.
Bring Your Friends Bonus - Summer is better with friends! Apply with friends and reference your friends in your application. If you and your friends meet the eligibility requirements, you’ll each receive a $100 Friends Bonus.
Participates in staff orientation and training for Camp For All programs
Obtains optional program certifications, including, but not limited to life guarding, challenge course, etc.
Obtains required First Aid & CPR training
Exhibits the ability to manage an assigned program activity, including planning and adapting the activity to the camper’s needs
Work with Program Supervisors to maintain and upkeep program activity areas
Demonstrates the desire to learn, understand and adapt to the needs of the individual camper
Follows all safety standards set by Camp For All in accordance with Texas Department of Health and American Camping Association
Immediately corrects any safety infractions and/or reports such to supervisor
Displays the ability and desire to work as a team with other members of the program department as well as other Camp For All staff
Manages free time in a responsible manner to be fully prepared for each Partner Group
Follows a variety of instructions, procedure manuals and safety rules
Maintains flexible work schedule with the ability to work extended hours as needed
High School diploma (or equivalent)
Must be at least 18 years of age
Experience in leadership and/or volunteer roles
Desire to work with the special needs population
Must be able to move equipment and/or objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly, or more than 50 pounds occasionally.
Must be able to remain in a stationary position during shift
Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions
Must be able to communicate effectively with campers, staff and volunteers to ensure immediate response to safety issues
Must be able to travel between activity areas across camp property in a timely manner sufficient to maintain supervision and safety coverage of assigned activities, with or without reasonable accommodation
Must be able to live independently and self-sufficiently in the provided housing
Early Commitment Bonus - Accept and sign your offer letter by December 31, 2026 and receive a $100 Early Commitment Bonus as a thank you for committing early to the 2027 summer season.
Bring Your Friends Bonus - Summer is better with friends! Apply with friends and reference your friends in your application. If you and your friends meet the eligibility requirements, you’ll each receive a $100 Friends Bonus.
Obtains or successfully completes required lifeguard and/or high ropes training (before camp or during staff training)
Participates fully in lifeguard and/or high ropes in-service trainings throughout the summer season
Participates in staff orientation and training for Camp For All programs
Obtains required First Aid & CPR training
Exhibits the ability to manage an assigned program activity, including planning and adapting the activity to the camper’s needs
Work with Program Supervisors to maintain and upkeep program activity areas
Demonstrates the desire to learn, understand and adapt to the needs of the individual camper
Follows all safety standards set by Camp For All and the Program Manager in accordance with Texas Department of Health and American Camping Association
Immediately corrects any safety infractions and/or reports such to supervisor
Displays the ability and desire to work as a team with other members of the program department as well as other Camp For All staff
Manages free time in a responsible manner to be fully prepared for each Partner group
Follows a variety of instructions, procedure manuals and safety rules
Maintains flexible work schedule with the ability to work extended hours as needed
High School diploma (or equivalent)
Must be at least 18 years of age
Experience in leadership and/or volunteer roles
Desire to work with the special needs population
Must be able to move equipment and/or objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly, or more than 50 pounds occasionally
Must be able to remain in a stationary position during shift
Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions
Must be able to communicate effectively with campers, staff and volunteers to ensure immediate response to safety issues
Must be able to travel between activity areas across camp property in a timely manner sufficient to maintain supervision and safety coverage of assigned activities, with or without reasonable accommodation
Must be able to live independently and self-sufficiently in the provided housing
Must be able to climb up to 70 feet using a rock wall surface and/or staple climb and be comfortable working at height
Must be able to perform swimming skills required to pass the American Red Cross Shallow Water Lifeguard course (including but not limited to distance swim, searching underwater without goggles, treading water, and swimming with a weight of at least 10lbs.). Specific skills information can be found here: https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/classes/shallow-water-lifeguarding/LP-00069700.html
Weekend Program Staff
Description
The Program Staff holds the primary responsibility for the implementation and maintenance of activities and programs. They are expected to help create and maintain a professional environment where the Camp For All mission is carried out through high quality programs.
List of Essential Duties
Availability Requirements
Reports to
The Program Staff reports directly to the Program Manager.
Compensation
First-season weekend program staff will receive housing, meals, and a stipend of $175 for each full weekend worked.
Returning weekend program staff will receive housing, meals, and a stipend of $210 for each full weekend worked.
Requirements
Physical Requirements
Salary Description
$175/weekend
Summer Program Staff
Description
Camp For All transforms the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses, disabilities, or special needs. We achieve this by intentionally delivering unique, truly barrier-free experiences throughout the year. Camp For All collaborates with more than 65 nonprofit organizations to enable nearly 9,000 campers and their families to discover life each year. Camp For All is recognized as a national leader in creating and providing proven life-changing experiences through a passionate and professional staff, cutting-edge facilities, and innovative programming.
Bonus Opportunities
Camp For All is offering bonus opportunities for Summer Program Staff who commit early or encourage friends to join the Camp For All team for summer 2027! Please see below the bonuses being offered.
Candidates may qualify for both bonus opportunities. If you meet the eligibility requirements for each bonus, you will receive both the Early Commitment Bonus and the Friends Bonus upon successful completion of the two-week summer training program.
Job Description
Camp For All Program Staff carry out the Camp For All mission by encouraging campers to try new things, think outside of the box, and offer them a sense of freedom. The Summer 2027 season begins with an in-depth training to equip Program Staff to facilitate traditional camp activities in an inclusive, barrier-free way. Activities include climbing, zip line, giant swing, horseback riding, barnyard/nature, target sports, photography, epic evening programs and aquatics. From May 2026 to August 2026 the Program Staff holds the primary responsibility for the implementation and maintenance of activities and programs. They are expected to help create and maintain a professional environment where the Camp For All mission is carried out through high-quality programs.
List of Essential Duties
Location
Camp For All operates two facilities in Burton and Chappell Hill, Texas. The Summer Program Staff position is based at both locations. Your location placement will be determined in April 2027, following the extension and acceptance of an offer.
Start Date: May 10, 2027
End Date: August 7, 2027
Reports to
The Summer Adventure Program Staff report directly to the Program Manager.
Employment Type
This is a seasonal, non-exempt role.
Benefits
Pay starts at $350 per week worked, including staff training. Additional compensation is available for staff who have lifeguard or ropes certifications. Shared housing is provided and maintained by Camp For All. Meals are included when groups are on site.
Educational Credits
Internship credit or hours are available for many degree programs including but not limited to: Child Life Specialist, Recreation Management, Therapeutic Recreation, PRTM, and Youth Leadership & Development. Contact the Program Manager to see if we are able to support your internship requirements.
Requirements
Physical Requirements
Salary Description
$350/week
Summer Adventure Program Staff
Description
Camp For All transforms the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses, disabilities, or special needs. We achieve this by intentionally delivering unique, truly barrier-free experiences throughout the year. Camp For All collaborates with more than 65 nonprofit organizations to enable nearly 9,000 campers and their families to discover life each year. Camp For All is recognized as a national leader in creating and providing proven life-changing experiences through a passionate and professional staff, cutting-edge facilities, and innovative programming.
Bonus Opportunities
Camp For All is offering bonus opportunities for Summer Program Staff who commit early or encourage friends to join the Camp For All team for summer 2027! Please see below the bonuses being offered.
Candidates may qualify for both bonus opportunities. If you meet the eligibility requirements for each bonus, you will receive both the Early Commitment Bonus and the Friends Bonus upon successful completion of the two-week summer training program.
Job Description
Camp For All Adventure Program Staff carry out the Camp For All mission by encouraging campers to try new things, think outside of the box, and offer them a sense of freedom. The Summer 2027 season begins with an in-depth training to equip Adventure Program Staff to facilitate traditional camp activities in an inclusive, barrier-free way. Activities include climbing, zip line, giant swing, horseback riding, barnyard/nature, target sports, photography, epic evening programs and aquatics. From May 2026 to August 2026 the Adventure Program Staff holds the primary responsibility for the implementation and maintenance of activities and programs. They are expected to help create and maintain a professional environment where the Camp For All mission is carried out through high-quality programs.
List of Essential Duties
Location
Camp For All operates two facilities in Burton and Chappell Hill, Texas. The Summer Program Staff position is based at both locations. Your location placement will be determined in April 2027, following the extension and acceptance of an offer.
Start Date: May 10, 2027
End Date: August 7, 2027
Reports to
The Program Staff report directly to the Program Manager.
Employment Type
This is a seasonal, non-exempt role.
Benefits
Pay starts at $350 per week worked, including staff training. Additional compensation of $15 per week is available for staff who obtain a lifeguard certification and an additional $15 per week for staff that complete the high ropes training. Shared housing is provided and maintained by Camp For All. Meals are included when groups are on site.
Educational Credits
Internship credit or hours are available for many degree programs including but not limited to: Child Life Specialist, Recreation Management, Therapeutic Recreation, PRTM, and Youth Leadership & Development. Contact the Program Manager to see if we are able to support your internship requirements.
Requirements
Physical Requirements
Salary Description
$350/week
How to Apply
The all-important 1st step.
Follow the apply link below to access our employment applications on our website. There you will find applications to our various open positions, including Program instructor. We’ll accept resumes as supplements to the application itself. Those can be emailed to jholloway@campforall.org.
For More info about the postion: Read our Program Instructor Mag
For More info about camp: Visit our website
For Questions: Email Careers@campforall.org
Contact Info
- Emily Turner
- eturner@campforall.org
- (979) 373-4232
- campforall.org
