Environmental Educator/Resident Camp

Educator duties include:

• Leading engaging environmental education lessons and activities in outdoor/trail settings
• Helping to train and mentor high school students serving as camp counselors
• Leading campfires, and group activities/games
• Supervising student daily routines, and managing program materials and supplies 
• Maintaining a positive, safe, and healthy experience for all participants.

Employment Period:  October 1 until October 31, 2024. Room and board provided onsite throughout employment period. Most weekends off. 

Qualifications:

Required

• Employment contingent on obtaining background clearances as required by the state of Pennsylvania (fees reimbursed) in a timely manner
• Degree in environmental or outdoor education, education, environmental studies, natural sciences, or related field, or prior relevant experience
• Willingness to work outdoors in a rural/natural setting in varying weather conditions
• Positive, flexible, and creative attitude
• Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills
• Ability to work well with all ages (upper elementary, high school, adult) and in teams
• Knowledge of, or interest in ecology and regional history
• Must enjoy autumn in the Laurel Highlands on Allegheny Mountain!
• First Aid/CPR (if not current, training will be provided)

Additional Details: 

Employment term includes one week of training/prep work, 3 weeks of camp. Most weekends off. Room and board provided onsite throughout the term. 

To apply: Please submit a resume/CV, cover letter, and three professional reference contacts to Gabi Hughes (she/her), ghughes@aswp.org. Please apply before August 21.