Temporary

Description

To facilitate inquiry-based, hands-on environmental education with a variety of groups, primarily elementary age children.

· Plan, prepare and facilitate inquiry-based environmental education lessons with school groups

and summer science camp.

· Plan, prepare and facilitate recreational activities with school groups. (ex: campfires)

· (School year only) Supervise and coordinate evening activities one night each week.

· (Summer camp only) plan and lead hands-on science activity during daily free time.

· (Summer camp only) Accompany campers on overnight camp outs once or twice a week.

· Help prepare camp on group arrival days and clean up after groups depart.

· Carry out established roles in enforcing camp safety regulations and emergency procedures.

· Communicate plans and needs to Environmental Education Director and fellow Environmental Educators.

· Set a good example for campers and others including safety, respect, cleanliness, punctuality, clean up, chores, and table manners.

· Follow camp rules and regulations as outlined in personnel policies and procedures and staff training.

· Encourage respect for others, personal property, camp equipment, and facilities.

· Submit all required reports on time.

· At the end of each session, clean up your class materials and lodging space and assist others with cleanup of staff areas and other camp areas.

· Maintain current first aid and CPR certification.

All other duties and tasks assigned to you by the Environmental Education Director

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent
Associate or Bachelor’s degree in related field (ex: education, biology, geology, natural sciences) or equivalent experience preferred but not required
Ability and desire to work well with children of all ages and interests
Prior experience with children preferred but not required
Ability to work in close proximity with others
Patience
Love for outdoors – in all weather conditions
Ability to take charge and motivate others
Flexibility
Ability and willingness to be a positive role model
Appreciation and respect for all races, genders, cultures, religions, orientations, and abilities
Willingness and ability to foster self-esteem, cooperation, courage, kindness, responsibility.
Willingness and ability to work long hours with a positive attitude.
Physical ability to participate in all camp activities (i.e., hiking, ropes course, etc.)
Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first-aid and to assist campers in other emergency situations.

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