Summer Ecology Camp Instructors

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Organization

Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies

Job Posted

January 11, 2024

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Website

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Contact Name

Ashley Alred

Contact Email

alreda@caryinstitute.org

Deadline to Apply

Location

Millbrook, NY
United States
Interested in leading kids in a fun ecology camp setting? Become an Ecology Camp Instructor at Cary Institute. Guide kids in grades 2-8 in outdoor ecology investigations, play games, create art, and hike the many trails on Cary's 2,000-acre campus in New York's Hudson Valley. Positions last 5-7 weeks, $18-21/hour.

Summary

Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies is accepting applications for two seasonal positions entailing 5-7 weeks of camp instruction (40 hours/week) starting on or after July 8, with 1-2 weeks earlier in June to help plan and prepare for camp. We host 8 weeks of camp starting July 8 and concluding on August 30. We allow instructors some flexibility in selecting their weeks.

Instructors will work with the Education Program Leader to implement all aspects of the Cary Institute Summer Ecology Day Camp for children in grades 2-8. Camp activities include ecology experiments in streams, forests, ponds and fields, games, arts and crafts, and hiking on our 2000-acre property in New York’s Hudson Valley. 

To apply, visit our Careers page. Please attach one document which includes a brief cover letter, resume, and the names and full contact information for three professional references.

Compensation Information

$18-21/hour, commensurate with experience