Summer 2022 - Youth Programs Instructor

Dates: May 25th, 2022 — August 19th, 2022 (with some flexibility)

Compensation: $15/hour, average 40 hours/week, M-F

Location: 530 S 400 E. Moab, UT 84532 (housing option available)

Phone: 435-259-2326

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Four instructors will work as a cohesive team to run our nine-week Summer Camp program.
• Instructors will receive an in-depth training prior to leading camp on working with kids of different age groups in an outdoor setting.
• All instructors will plan, organize, and lead Summer Camp with guidance and support from the Youth Programs Director. Daily Summer Camp responsibilities include, but are not limited to:  
• Ensure overall smoothness of the Summer Camp day including safety of campers
• Prepare materials for activities and snacks
• Manage groups of children while building relationships/rapport with them
• Teach two-three activities per day with co-instructors and facilitate free play
• Encourage campers to learn, have fun, and connect with the garden
• Communicate with parents/guardians
• Each instructor will play a role in the instruction and development of Summer Camp weeks. This includes, but is not limited to:
• Helping create experiential, fun, and educational activities related to each Summer Camp theme
• Assisting with creating lesson plans for activities, as needed
• Providing positive and constructive feedback to co-workers
• Participate in debriefs to provide reflection on day-to-day activities

Other Expectations:

• Instructors must be at least 18 at the start of the season. Background check required.
• Instructors will work 40 hours per week on average during the summer (M-F). The majority of the work day is spent working directly with elementary-aged kids.
• Instructors should expect to be outside the majority of the day, in all-weather types.
• Instructors must be certified in CPR and First Aid; certification opportunity will be provided if applicant is not already certified.
• Instructors should be a positive and enthusiastic team member throughout the duration of the summer.

Educational Opportunities:

• Gain experience teaching elementary-aged students • Build your teaching skill set by leading hands-on science & nutrition lessons • Learn how to use a garden as a teaching tool • Build relationships with students, teachers, summer campers, & families • Write and implement creative lessons & activities • Have opportunities to connect children with gardens, food, & community • Learn about the nonprofit sector, especially about YPG as a nonprofit farm and educational space • And more!

Desired Skills:

• Responsible and reliable
• Works well independently and in a team setting
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic and enthusiasm for the YGP mission
• Interest in experiential education and a desire to work with children
• Problem solver who is flexible and able to improvise

Compensation & Other Benefits:

• $15/hour, with an average 40-hour work week (M-F)
• Up to $100 reimbursed for relocation expenses (receipts required)
• Summer instructors are allotted 1 day of paid vacation and 2 sick days.
• YGP has optional in-town housing for instructors at a reduced rent rate. If selected, housing will be deducted from pay at a rate of $275/month for a shared bedroom. Housing is a 2BR, 1BA apartment which includes a washer/dryer, furniture, beds, kitchen utensils, and utilities. No pets allowed.
• The instructors will have access to farm fresh produce as part of our staff CSA share and through produce discounts.
• Instructors will be qualified for employer healthcare and dental benefits the 1st of the month after one month of employment.
• Office is closed on Memorial Day and July 4th.

How to apply:

Please e-mail a brief cover letter and an attached resume with 1-3 references (that can speak to your experience working with kids or other job duties) to Youth Programs Director, Erin Vick, at erin.v@youthgardenproject.org. Application is open until filled.