What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Education Instructor: Camp Thunderbird position at YMCA of Greater Charlotte?
Under the direction of the Director of Environmental Education and consistent with the Christian Mission of the YMCA the Environmental Education Center Instructor will work as an instructor, being a public relations ambassador with visiting teachers and chaperones and assisting in maintenance of the instructional areas and equipment.
- To take part in all training or in-service activities to develop proficiencies required to perform job responsibilities.
- Be proficient in teaching the program curriculum and concepts
- Promote positive interactions within the class group.
- Be proficient in orienting the students to the facility in order to provide information regarding procedures and safety.
- Provide an outdoor education experience for special population students.
- Maintain a good working relationship with other instructors, administrative staff, maintenance staff, and interns.
- Provide a safe experience for all students.
- Cooperate in maintaining the grounds, and seeing that facility equipment is used properly, and returned promptly in good condition.
- Be sure that students wear proper attire suitable for the existing weather.
- Assist in the mealtime cafeteria procedures.
- Evening responsibilities two nights per week.
Requirements:
- Substitute or teaching experience
- Camp counselor experience
- College degree in related field
- Possess knowledge in the areas of camp programming and student supervision.
Physical Requirements:
- Walking (five miles/day)
- Lifting (50 lbs - occasionally)
- Pulling
- Carrying (50 lbs - occasionally)
- Sitting
- Hearing
- Seeing