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Organization
Job Posted
July 15, 2024
Job status
Job Category
Job Type
Job Duration
Job Compensation Type
Remote
No
Contact Name
Gabi Hughes
Contact Email
ghughes@aswp.org
Contact Phone
Deadline to Apply
Location
Pittsburgh, PA
United States
Summary
Educator duties include:
- Leading engaging environmental education lessons and activities in outdoor/trail settings
- Helping to train and mentor high school students serving as camp counselors
- Leading campfires, and group activities/games
- Supervising student daily routines, and managing program materials and supplies
- Maintaining a positive, safe, and healthy experience for all participants.
Employment Period: October 1 until October 31, 2024. Room and board provided onsite throughout employment period. Most weekends off.
Qualifications:
Required
- Employment contingent on obtaining background clearances as required by the state of Pennsylvania (fees reimbursed) in a timely manner
- Degree in environmental or outdoor education, education, environmental studies, natural sciences, or related field, or prior relevant experience
- Willingness to work outdoors in a rural/natural setting in varying weather conditions
- Positive, flexible, and creative attitude
- Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills
- Ability to work well with all ages (upper elementary, high school, adult) and in teams
- Knowledge of, or interest in ecology and regional history
- Must enjoy autumn in the Laurel Highlands on Allegheny Mountain!
- First Aid/CPR (if not current, training will be provided)
Additional Details:
Employment term includes one week of training/prep work, 3 weeks of camp. Most weekends off. Room and board provided onsite throughout the term.
To apply: Please submit a resume/CV, cover letter, and three professional reference contacts to Gabi Hughes (she/her), ghughes@aswp.org. Please apply before August 21.
Compensation Information
Compensation: $3,500 for the term. Additional compensation available for cabin supervision duties.