Guided Discoveries Instructor

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Organization

Squam Lakes Natural Science Center

Job Posted

January 15, 2024

Job status

Open

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Website

https://nhnature.org/

Careers

Contact Name

Audrey Eisenhauer

Contact Email

audrey.eisenhauer@nhnature.org

Contact Phone

6039687194

Deadline to Apply

Location

Holderness, NH
United States
Inspire a love of the natural world in children ages 4-14 as an instructor for our summer nature day camp. Explore the forests, ponds, and fields on our 200 acre campus during our week-long Guided Discoveries sessions that help children learn about their natural neighbors through hands-on activities and play, and up close encounters with our animal ambassadors. Join our team of talented and experienced educators in this opportunity to learn and grow as an environmental educator.

Summary

Position Purpose and Summary 
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center is seeking an energetic and passionate candidate to serve as Guided Discoveries Instructor for our dynamic, 8-week summer day camp program. Science Center nature day camps encourage discovery, learning, and outdoor play in and about the natural world for kids ages 4 through 14. Our camps are active and emphasize time spent outdoors in all weather. The Guided Discoveries Instructor works alongside the Lead Guided Discoveries Instructor and is responsible for planning educational activities, leading day camps, handling live animal ambassadors, and performing other tasks that support the safety and success of the program.

Essential Duties and Qualifications
View complete position description here: https://nhnature.org/who/careers.php. 

To Apply 
Complete the Employment Application available at https://nhnature.org/who/careers.php and submit, along with a cover letter and resume, to Human Resources and Finance Manager Bonnie Baker at bonnie.baker@nhnature.org.

Compensation Information

Compensation 
The Guided Discoveries Instructor is a seasonal, nonexempt, hourly employee with a starting pay of $16.50/hour. The position requires 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday, from June 3-August 23, 2024 (start and end dates are negotiable). These dates include training, planning, and eight weeks of camp sessions.