Environmental Educator/Resident Camp

Educators work outdoors with small groups of fifth-grade students, their teachers, and high school students who serve as camp counselors. The camp program is a core part of the FCASD fifth-grade Science and Social Studies curricula. 

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:  September 30 until October 31, 2025. Room and board provided on-site throughout employment period. Most weekends off except Oct 4-5.

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
• Ability to work well with all ages (upper elementary, high school, adult) and in teams
• Willingness to work outdoors in a rural/natural setting in varying weather conditions
• Positive, flexible, and creative attitude
• Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills
• Knowledge of, or interest in ecology and regional history
• Must enjoy autumn in the Laurel Highlands on Allegheny Mountain!

Preferred but not required

• 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 except Oct 4-5. 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  ghughes@aswp.org.