Summer Camp Educator

Essential Functions:

• Ensuring safety of campers at all times
• Serving as role model for Mohonk Preserve’s stewardship ethics and philosophy of environmental education
• Planning and co-leading 1 or more sessions of summer camp
• Communicating with parents and campers as needed
• Attending and participating in camp-related trainings
• Purchasing supplies within the approved budget
• Communicating with parents and staff about changes to the schedule
• Coordinating weather and other related location changes as needed
• Developing and leading daily camp activities and hikes
• Mountainside Adventures sessions include one overnight sleepout under the stars, weather permitting 

Desired Skills and Experience:

At Mohonk Preserve, our priority is finding the best candidate for the job. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the qualifications or have a less traditional background.

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, natural sciences or related OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience teaching/working with children outdoors
• Ability to plan, and implement fun, educational hikes and activities
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills including comfort communicating with parents and other staff
• Driver’s license and vehicle required

• Proficient computer skills - Microsoft Office 365 applications, remote work platforms (e.g., Teams, Zoom)
• Have a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice to ensure that all people are respected and welcomed at Mohonk Preserve. This includes participating in ongoing education and other work the organization undertakes to develop and incorporate these principles

Bonus Skills:

• • Bilingual background (Spanish/English)

Location:

Mohonk Preserve’s main offices are located at our Visitor Center in Gardiner, NY. Working hours to be coordinated with supervisor.

COVID-19 Considerations:

The health and safety of our employees and their families is of the utmost importance. Mohonk Preserve requires all staff either to provide proof of being fully vaccinated or, if they cannot provide such proof for any reason, to wear a mask per CDC guidelines: CDC Mask Guidance. All employees are expected to adhere to required Mohonk Preserve COVID-19 protocols.

Mohonk Preserve is a smoke-free campus.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to hike at least 5 miles with some elevation gain while carrying 20 pounds  
• Frequently works outdoors
• May require standing, walking, hiking, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, carrying equipment

How to Apply:

Resumes will be accepted with letter of interest and 3 professional references for contact. Applications must be received by Feb. 1, 2023. Email to: employment@mohonkpreserve.org

Include in subject line “Summer Camp Educator”.

The anticipated start date of these positions is July 2023.

No phone calls please