Summer Camp Teacher-Naturalist

The Connecticut Audubon Society’s, RTP Estuary Center Summer Camp, is a nine-week, nature-rich summer day program, for children ages 5-13. Each week of camp has a specific outdoor theme that will be the guide for the curriculum for this summer. Camp takes places from June 21-August 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with before and after care hours. Summer Camp teacher-naturalist reports to the Summer Camp Director. Additional opportunities for afterschool lead teacher for interested applicants.

Responsibilities:

• Teaching outdoor science and nature programming to children ages 5 to 13 in an outdoor setting.
• Teachers will be expected to prepare and implement curriculum, and teach on a variety of topics that allow children to experience the outdoors through hands-on: activities, games, hikes, guided nature explorations, and arts and crafts.
• Supports summer camp program logistics including setup/cleanup and materials preparation
• Must be able to participate in pre-camp training days.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be over 18 years of age
• Experience working with children and/or in environmental science, ecology, or similar background
• Ability to work outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions
• First Aid/CPR certification a plus

Connecticut Audubon Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer, maintains a drug-free workplace, and complies with the ADA. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

How to apply:

To apply please send resume and cover letter to:

Heather Kordula
RTP Estuary Center Education Program Director hkordula@ctaudubon.org