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Organization
Job Posted
May 9, 2024
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Remote
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Contact Name
Alexis Berke
Contact Email
aberke@glaquarium.org
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Deadline to Apply
Location
United States
Summary
The Summer Camp Learning Specialist will plan and lead the Aquarium’s summer camp programs for children ages 6-14. Each educator will be responsible for leading alternating weeks of camp programming. These camps take place every week throughout the summer. They will be assisted by one seasonal summer camp assistant and full-time Learning Team staff as needed. Duties include daily planning, set-up and the facilitation of play, communication with parents, guided discovery, animal care, active games, art, and science exploration related to regional wildlife and environmental topics.
Day camps are based on-site at the Aquarium with occasional local field trips. Summer Camp Learning Specialist should be comfortable driving a 15-passenger vehicle and have a clean driving record. This position requires handling and feeding of live animals, including reptiles, fish, insects, and birds. Understanding or the willingness to learn about Great Lakes issues and cultural and natural history is essential.
Compensation Information
RATE: $14/hr
SALARY TYPE: Seasonal Full-time – 40 hours/wk
POSITION TERM: June 3 – August 30, 2023