Seasonal Naturalist

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY 

Specific Responsibilities:

• Maintain MNHC’s expectations for safety, education, and positive group dynamics. 
• Facilitate and build Summer Camp activities and schedule as assigned.
• Actively engage with campers throughout the normal camp day and during before- and after-care as scheduled.
• Communicate effectively, professionally, and positively with guardians, MNHC staff, and campers on daily successes and challenges. 
• Maintain program supplies and participate in keeping camp and storage areas organized.
• Supervise before- and after-care activities as scheduled to provide a safe and positive environment for children and build trust with their guardians.
• Work alongside a co-instructor to supervise, mentor, and lead activities for groups of up to 13 campers. 
• Create a fun and educational camp week schedule with activities and lessons that will be available to you. 
• Build positive group dynamics and ensure a safe and fun learning environment. 
• Engage in reflective teaching practices, work towards skill building for yourself, and support staff and campers in their growth.
• Drive MNHC’s short bus from the Center to field trip locations or other campsites (Note: not all Seasonal Naturalists will be required to drive a bus, but it is preferred). 

Required Qualifications 

• Experience with or passionate commitment to teaching/working with children of various ages.
• Work effectively as an individual and a team member.
• Flexible, positive, and solutions-oriented attitude and mindset.
• Ability to thrive in an environment that is fast-paced, creative, and dynamic.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain before the start date.
• (For bus drivers only) Having a clean driving record to be verified by a driving record check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience participating in or teaching various outdoor and naturalist skills such as hiking, nature journaling, orienteering, citizen science projects, place-based knowledge of Montana, etc.
• Practical knowledge of methodologies in science and natural history education.
• Knowledge of local Montana flora and fauna.
• WFR, Lifeguard, and/or additional safety certifications.
   

To apply, please send the following to agiffin@montananaturalist.org:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• List of three professional references.

Accepting Applications until positions are filled

https://www.montananaturalist.org/employment-opportunities/