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Environmental Educator

Tanager Place • Temporary • Mt Vernon, Iowa • 1m ago

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Camp Tanager - Mt Vernon, IA

Seasonal

2 Year Degree

$18.00 Hourly

Day

Education

Description

About Camp Tanager

Established in 1926, Camp Tanager provides day and overnight camp programs to over 1,000 campers each summer. Campers from all backgrounds are welcome to attend our programs designed for fun, fitness, friendship and learning. Camp Tanager was voted Coolest Camp in Iowa in 2016 by The Philadelphia Inquirer for our unique and expansive program offerings.

Why Camp Tanager?

We are a 34 acre purpose-built campsite with wooded areas, trails and a creek to explore.
Age appropriate STEAM programs are incorporated into our weekly camp activity schedule.
Swimming, snorkeling and water aerobics are a few ways our campers enjoy the pool on a daily basis.
Fun activities include archery, basketball, soccer, gaga ball, volleyball, group games, arts, crafts and more!
As a member of the American Camp association, Camp Tanager follows strict rules and regulations put in place to help protect campers and provide a safe environment for all participants.
Be part of Tanager, an organization that inspires hope and improves the wellbeing of children and families in the community.
Environmental Educator schedule is Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 4:00pm.
Weekly payroll and full access to Headspace app.
2025 Camp Dates are June 1st – August 8th.

Job Details

The Environmental Educator will pPlan, develop, coordinate and present an environmental education and interpretive program in cooperation with the Camp Tanager summer camp program, children ages 7-12. This individual will develop related written, audio visual and display materials to supplement the program.

Qualifications

Acceptable Experience/Training/Education:

Must have some knowledge of Iowa's flora and fauna, conservation principles and practices, ability to express oneself clearly
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in environmental education, natural resources, outdoor recreation or a related natural science
At least two (2) years' experience with camp programs for children
At least one (1) year demonstrated leadership role
Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.