Environmental Educator - Science Camp Director, Kodiak Alaska

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Organization

Alaska Geographic

Job Posted

March 15, 2023

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Contact Name

Shelly Lawson

Contact Email

Michelle_Lawson@fws.gov

Contact Phone

907-487-0283

Deadline to Apply

Location

Kodiak, AK
United States
Spend the summer in beautiful Kodiak, Alaska sharing a love for nature and science with campers. Our theme this year is Habitat and we will be teaching about and exploring beaches, rivers, forests and tidepools with different campers each week. Our camp is relatively small with a max of 18-21 campers each week, ranging in age from K-8th grade over the summer. Staff shared housing and vehicle use can be provided.

Summary

This position will act as the Camp Director for the Kodiak Refuge Summer Science Camp and will work closely with the Kodiak Refuge Education Specialist. Work responsibilities will range from managing camp paperwork; organizing gear; preparing and implementing lessons; coordinating with community partners; helping lead and guide camp volunteers; providing camps on the Kodiak road-system as well as traveling by mail plane to remote communities.

Requirements:

  • Valid driver’s license and legally permitted to work in the U.S.
  • Ability to pass a criminal background check.
  • Interest in educating youth and team teaching.  
  • Respectfully communicate with campers, camper families, community members and co-workers.

Ability to:

  • Plan, coordinate and implement lesson plans.
  • Communicate effectively by email, phone and in public settings to groups of people.
  • Lead outings on trails, tidepools, and beaches, at times on uneven or slippery terrain.

Beneficial Backgrounds: Degree or degree-seeking in Environmental Science, Outdoor Recreation, Environmental Education, Biology, Public Land Management, or other related fields. A minimum of one year’s experience providing education to youth.

Work period: May – August 2023. (~ 4 months). Must be available by May 8th. 

How to apply: Combine all required documents into one pdf to attach to your email. Email pdf document to Michelle_Lawson@fws.gov by March 30th. Email subject should be: Salmon Camp Director Application

Application should include:

  • cover letter
  • a letter of recommendation (from previous employer, professor, coach, etc.)
  • contact information for two addition references

Compensation Information

Pay: $20/hour

Housing: Staff shared housing and shared staff vehicle use possible.

Training: Will be provided on a number of topics such as First aid/CPR, Bear Safety and Awareness, Kodiak botany, Alutiiq culture, and more