Coastal Naturalist

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Organization

Camp Ocean Pines

Job Posted

December 2, 2023

Job status

Open

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Website

https://campoceanpines.org/

Careers

Contact Name

Channing Kaiser

Contact Email

channing@campoceanpines.org

Contact Phone

8059244015

Deadline to Apply

Location

Cambria, CA
United States
Being a naturalist at Camp Ocean Pines is a multifaceted role. You're an educator, a mentor, a nature enthusiast, a bird caretaker, and so much more. The core of what we do is provide enriching experiences in nature with children and teens. By engaging participants in the natural world, we strive to cultivate care and understanding for the communities and environments we inhabit.

Summary

Quick Facts:

  • Location: Cambria, California
  • Pay: $17-19/hr
  • Season: January 8 – May 31, 2024 

We are searching for people who are compassionate, responsible, and thoughtful instructors who encourage kids to be their best selves, no matter who that is. We strive to hire diverse staff members with an array of interests, talents, and backgrounds. We're excited to learn what unique qualities you'll bring to camp!

Specifics of the job include:

  • Manage a group of 10-15 students
  • Facilitate hikes, tide pooling, kayaking trips, and instructional lessons
  • Adapt content and teaching strategies to best meet the diverse needs of our participants
  • Lead camp activities such as target sports, campfire, and games
  • Help care for onsite birds of prey, reptiles, and amphibians when needed
  • Communicate with teachers and coworkers to provide flexible programming

Naturalists receive a starting wage of $17-19/hour with the possibility of overtime. Onsite room and board is available for $150/month. Camp Ocean Pines is located in Cambria, California, a small town along the Central Coast nestled between Big Sur and Santa Barbara. A complete job description can be found at https://campoceanpines.org/jobs-at-camp

Questions? Contact the OE director, Channing Kaiser, at channing@campoceanpines.org

How to apply: Apply online at https://campoceanpines.org/jobs-at-camp

Compensation Information

Naturalists receive a starting wage of $17-19/hour with the possibility of overtime.

Compensation Information

$17-19/hour with the possibility of overtime.