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Organization
Job Posted
September 27, 2023
Job status
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Job Type
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Remote
No
Website
Contact Name
Jake Kreuzer
Contact Email
employment@christodora.org
Deadline to Apply
Location
United States
Summary
We are seeking candidates who:
● Have at least 3 years of prior program administration & leadership experience in environmental education, outdoor leadership, and/or expedition based youth programs. Leadership experience in residential programming preferred.
● Are passionate about positively impacting youth and can easily build rapport with a broad and diverse population from neighborhoods within New York City.
● Are able to easily spark an interest in the natural sciences and possess at least 3 years of experience teaching environmental education lessons/activities in informal or formal settings to middle school and high school aged youth.
● Are highly organized and have demonstrated success in coordinating schedules and activities.
● Have prior experience facilitating challenge course activities, leading backpacking canoeing trips, and are able to provide training, and as necessary, field support.
● Are experienced in making effective leadership decisions during emergency procedures, and can perform as Acting Director during the evenings and as needed.
Requirements:
● Excellent motivational, organizational, and communication skills; BA/BS in a related discipline.
● Wilderness First Responder and CPR/AED Certifications that will be current for the 2024 season
● Waterfront Lifeguarding Certification (or ability to attain during June 2024 training at MEC)
● Local regulations require candidates to be at least 25 years old.
● Current Driver’s License and a Safe Driving Record. Must be comfortable driving 15 passenger vans and towing a canoe trailer and small equipment trailer.
● Background clearances and valid medical physical.
Compensation Information
● $850-900/week, commensurate with experience
● Room and board at MEC
● Outdoor equipment discounts