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Organization
Blue Ridge Outdoor Education Center
Job Posted
June 14, 2023
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Remote
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Website
Contact Name
Becca Frowine
Contact Email
blueridgedir@campmikell.com
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Location
Toccoa, GA
United States
United States
Blue Ridge Outdoor Education Center, part of Mikell Camp and Conference Center, in Toccoa, Georgia is seeking committed, energetic, and community-oriented individuals to join our Fall 2023 outdoor education team. We provide day and overnight education and adventure programs to visitors of all ages that challenge students to grow into active citizens and conscious stewards of this natural world.
Summary
Fall 2023 Season: Septmeber - November 2023 *Dates are tentative based on our seasonal schedules*
Duties:
- Teach outdoor environmental education classes during residential programs for students ages 7-16; Blue Ridge prides itself on meeting the needs of our schools by meeting the Georgia Performance Standards
- Maintain teaching materials and spaces
- Provide care for ambassador animals housed in the nature center
- Facilitate outdoor adventure programs such as high ropes and climbing walls with child and adult groups
- Lead adventure programs such as rock climbing and backpacking
- Some weekend work required
- Opportunities available for curriculum development for experienced employees
Qualifications:
- BS or BA required. Preference given to those with majors in biology, natural sciences, or related field. Knowledge of wetland, stream and forest ecology
- Residential program experience and knowledge of Georgia ecosystems preferred
- Applicant should be dynamic and have a sincere interest in working with kids of all ages and learning about the natural world
TO APPLY: Please send a cover letter, resume, and 3 references with contact information to Becca Frowine at blueridgedir@campmikell.com
Compensation Information
Benefits:
- $400-$425/week DOE plus room & partial board and catastrophic health insurance
- Paid two week training in education and adventure programming
- Paid First Aid, CPR, and high ropes training provided
- Professional development opportunities
- Extensions on seasonal employment are potentially available to interested employees