Outdoor School - Head Cabin Leader

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Organization

Conejo Valley Unified School District

Job Posted

October 9, 2023

Job status

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Contact Name

Tom Hoegeman

Contact Email

thoegeman@conejousd.org

Contact Phone

1-805-497-9511 ext 4248

Deadline to Apply

Location

Ojai, CA
United States
Head Cabin Leader: Outdoor School
Closing Date/Time: Applications accepted until filled.

Summary

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Under general direction, provide guidance and assistance to high school counselors and students.

Maintain a supportive and collaborative work environment with fellow naturalists, cabin leaders, Camp Ramah support staff and outdoor school coordinator and assistant coordinator.

Assist with program preparation.

Assist with the implementation of program activities.

Participate in campfire activities including, but not limited to, age appropriate sing-a-longs, storytelling and skit performances.

Monitor student use of facilities to ensure proper care.

Assist with the maintenance of program equipment and supplies.

Demonstrate flexibility, self-motivation, positive high-energy and commitment.

Ensure students maintain a safe, clean living environment in cabins.

Help students resolve minor conflicts and issues.

Oversee high school students charged with the supervision of students in cabin living quarters and provide guidance to help them resolve minor student discipline issues.

Provide supervision of high school counselors and students.

 

MINIMUM ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS:

 

LICENSES, CERTIFICATION & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

 

REQUIRED:

 

Proof of valid driver's license

Ability to obtain California Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.

TB clearance.

Current First Aid and C.P.R. certification.

Must be available for the entire Conejo Valley USD Outdoor School Program duration, January 29 to March 29, 2024.

 

 

PREFERRED:

 

Education and/or training in one or more of the following fields: environmental science, biology, botany, astronomy, oceanography, hydrology, and/or outdoor recreation.

Previous experience working with school aged children in camp settings.

Wilderness First Responder Certification.

Ability to play a musical instrument/ sing or extensive storytelling experience.

 

JOB COMPETENCIES:

 

Work Environment:

Employees in this environment will be required to work in an outdoor school setting consisting of cabin dwellings, large activity rooms, and hilly terrain.

Compensation Information

Salary

$17.50 Hourly