Outdoor Educator/Program Staff

Outdoor Educator 

Camp Kern 
Oregonia, OH 

Seasonal

Position Summary: 

Responsible for teaching natural history effectively.  

At the YMCA, We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. 

Essential Functions: 

• Teach environmental education, team building, and early Ohio history classes
• Effectively lead large group activities such as games, campfire songs/skits, high ropes course, climbing wall, hayrides, canoeing, night hikes, campfire gatherings, and more.
• Assist the Outdoor Education Director with staff trainings
• Assist with program development using the corresponding curriculum materials
• Communicate with all camp departments regarding needs and schedules
• Work effectively as a team member with all Camp Kern Staff
• Learn and teach camp songs
• Facilitate participants in dining hall set up
• Proactively solves problems.
• Maintains all pertinent equipment and supplies.
• Follows appropriate safety guidelines.
• Communicates to direct supervisor any concerns, needed repairs, or incidents that may need follow-up.
• Communicates any suggestions to improve the facility and grounds.

Qualifications: 

• Must be at least 18 years of age. 
• High school diploma or GED required.   4-Year college degree in Parks and Recreation, Education, Camp Management, or related field preferred.
• Online New Employee Orientation, Child Abuse Prevention, and Bloodborne Pathogens within 30 days of employment   Child Abuse Prevention and Bloodborne Pathogens to be refreshed every 12 months. CPR/AED, First Aid, and Oxygen required within first 60 days of employment and kept current  
• Minimum of 6 months educational instruction experience or residential camp experience required.
• 1 year of natural history, outdoor education or adventure preferred.
• Knowledge of fire safety, high ropes course experience, and water navigation preferred.