What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Educator position at South Carolina Waterfowl Association?
Job Title: Environmental Educators
Start Date: August 17th, 2026
Department: Education
Reports To: Camp Leopold Directors and Lead Leopold
Pay Grade: $525 a week
Position Summary: Environmental Educators provide all programming for students and teachers during their Camp Leopold stay.
Benefits:
- housing provided
Duties/Responsibilities:
● Lead students and chaperones through daily programs including class instruction, outdoor activities, adventure courses, meal times, clean-up, and night lessons
● Daily care and frequent handling of animal ambassadors, mainly reptiles and waterfowl
● Develop course curriculum and activities
● Prepare facilities & vehicles for upcoming trips and events
● Perform maintenance on facilities & vehicles as needed
● Maintain high standards of safety and health in all activities for campers
● Model professionalism. Serve as a positive role model to campers and staff. Strictly adhere to general camp procedures and practices including: safety, sportsmanship, appropriate behavior, following schedules and cleanliness
● Participate as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights, all-camp activities and camp functions
● Ensure that the Counselors-In-Training assigned to your cabin/area receive meaningful and relevant experiences
● Provide a positive atmosphere for campers and staff, by demonstrating enthusiasm, excitement and energy during camp activities
● Provide outstanding and consistent customer service to all camp guests
● Attend staff meetings and trainings
● Assist campers and staff in following emergency procedures (fire, evacuation, illness, injury, etc.) as needed
● The ability to have fun
● Complete all other duties as assigned by the Camp Leadership Team
Required Qualifications:
● Currently certified or willing to become certified in First Aid/CPR, Zipline, and low ropes course before camp (will be provided if needed)
● Successful participation and completion of staff training prior to beginning of camp
● Ability to observe camper behaviors, assess its appropriateness and apply appropriate management techniques, as well as enforce appropriate safety and emergency procedures to the situation
● Proven ability to deal effectively with people at all levels of responsibility; strong interpersonal skills; possess high degree of integrity
● Ability to take initiative, be flexible, use sound judgment, and work harmoniously with others
● Ability to lead, plan, organize, and implement program activities
● Proven skills in communication, organization, and human relations
● Willingness to work with diverse populations
● Possess enthusiasm, passion, and initiative for connecting youth with the outdoors
● Proven ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels of responsibility
● The ability to work nontraditional hours and in adverse weather conditions; flexibility
● The ability to professionally represent Camp Leopold and SCWA
● Possess a valid Driver's License
● Knowledge of fauna and flora of southeastern US ecosystems and management (preferred)
● Experience with: Animal keeping and handling skills, canoeing, musical skills, field research, and other outdoor skills are all a plus (preferred)
Education and Experience:
● Possess or be working towards a bachelor's degree ○ Preferably in education, ecology, forestry, biology, wildlife, conservation, natural resources, or other related fields
● Has 1-2 years of experience working with children in an outdoor setting
● Demonstrated leadership and management skills
Physical Requirements:
● Lead and participate in recreational activities which may include running, throwing, kicking & shooting
● Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental weather and program threats, as well as maintaining constant supervision of campers, staff, and volunteers
● Ability to lift and/or maneuver weights of up to 35lbs
● Physical ability to respond to emergency situations and follow procedures.
● Endurance including: prolonged standing, bending, stooping, walking long distances, hiking, climbing, and stretching
● Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate outdoor equipment and camp activities
● Requires daily exposure to the sun, heat, insect and animals
Job Type: Seasonal
Pay: $525.00 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $525