Summer Camp Instructor, Summer Adventure

SUMMARY

We’re seeking individuals with experience working with children in an outdoor setting, who are dedicated to connecting children with nature. When hiring we look for creative, fun and high-energy individuals to become Summer Camp Instructors. Summer Camp Instructors work in pairs with primarily children ages 6 to 12.

Honey Hollow’s summer camp runs for 9-10 weeks throughout June-August. There is a two-week break around the 4th of July holiday. Each week is a different environmental theme. Counselors will receive training about each week and how Honey Hollow Nature Center runs.

To learn more about Honey Hollow Nature Center, visit: https://www.honeyhollownaturecenter.org/jobs/

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Be an educator for a camp group each week (ages 6-12)

• Groups will have up to 12 children per week

Co-lead the half-day preschool camp group (ages 4-6) as needed

Assist with general management of the camp program

• Check- in/out of campers
• Supervising lunch and free time
• Oversee interns and volunteers

Maintain the Facilities for camp

• General cleaning
• Organizing spaces
• Habitat maintenance as needed

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Minimum 1 year of college, preferably working towards a degree in education, environmental education, or related field

Knowledge of natural history and environmental topics

Knowledge and experience working with children, or desire to work with them, from preschool through high school)

Can work in a team setting

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Excellent written and spoken communication skills

Current CPR & First Aid Certification (will train)

Ability to pass a criminal background and sex offender check

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee will be required stand for extended periods of time while leading youth, and must be able to hike on uneven and hilly terrain continuously for up to five miles during the summer heat and humidity. The employee is occasionally required to bend, squat, run or climb as part of duties leading youth.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should email a resume, 3 references, and a cover letter explaining:

1. What experience, skills and personal characteristics qualify you for this position

2. Why the mission and work of Honey Hollow Nature Center appeals to you Send all information to Emily Groth, Summer Camp Director, at egroth@honeyhollownaturecenter.org.

Disclaimer: The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Honey Hollow Nature Center provides equal employment opportunities to all people regardless of race, age, gender, ability, marital status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or any other basis protected by law.