Summer Camp Nature Specialist

Starts at $20/hour

Want to help children develop a love of nature and the great outdoors this summer? We are hiring a nature specialist who will get to plan and lead activities for summer camp groups in our small wooded space. We have access to wooded areas, an amphitheater, a creek, garden beds, a chicken coop, a teambuilding course and more!

This position is a seasonal employee who reports directly to the Camp Director. The main responsibility of this position is to plan and implement nature activities for Kindergarten – 8th graders. Typically, specialists see each group twice per week for 30-45 minutes each time. This position can be part time, or full time. Specialists work with the Camp Director to arrange a schedule of 15-40 hours/week.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of a high school diploma and experience instructing groups of children. Camp experience preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of specialty area.
• Experience developing, organizing and carrying out youth programming that is developmentally appropriate for ages 5-13. Activities must be adapted to suit each age group, and be unique each day of camp. Activities that fit camp themes are a plus.
• Must have enthusiasm, be adaptable, dependable, and able to problem-solve, and possess an excellent work ethic.
• Must be able to accept guidance and supervision.
• Knowledge in Jewish programming is a plus.
• Specialists are asked to work at least 8 weeks during the duration of the camp season (June 10-August 16) as well as parts of in-person orientation period (dates and times TBD) unless other arrangements have been made with the Camp Director in advance.
• Ability to work Last Blast camps August 19-23 is a plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop lesson plans for all programming for specialty area.
• Help children develop a love of nature and the outdoors.
• Teach specialty to groups of 16 campers ages 5-13. Instruct counselors in how to assist you and the group as needed.
• Protect the health, safety and welfare of all campers.
• Facilitate group unity by promoting camper friendships and resolving conflict fairly.
• Maintain positive relationships with campers by showing sensitivity to campers’ emotional needs and problem solving any camper issues effectively.
• Work with Inclusion staff in integrating campers with special needs into the camp group.
• Be a role model for campers by following all policies and demonstrating enthusiasm, sense of humor, and self-control.
• Help maintain space and supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• In what ways have taught Nature activities in the past?

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person