Various Summer Day Camp Counselor and Leader Positions

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Organization

Chippewa Nature Center

Job Posted

December 15, 2023

Job status

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Contact Name

Jamie Hockstra

Contact Email

jhockstra@chippewanaturecenter.org

Contact Phone

9896310830

Deadline to Apply

Location

Midland, MI
United States
Join a team of creative, energetic professionals who work together to connect children with nature through educational, recreational and cultural experiences. Chippewa Nature Center is in search of Nature Day Camp (NDC) staff with passion for making a difference in the lives of children. We look forward to hearing from you!

Summary

Chippewa Nature Center offers an exciting opportunities to work with a professional and fun staff in an exciting atmosphere. 

CNC is in search of Nature Day Camp Counselors and Nature Day Camp (NDC) Adventure Trip Leader with a passion for making a difference in the lives of children by providing powerful, dynamic programs in the outdoors. Counselors will teach campers from preschool to 9th grade, including children with special needs. They will facilitate experiences in the areas of field ecology, historic farm life, sensory awareness, wildlife studies and nature crafts. Canoeing, kayaking and overnight camping trips are also included for some programs. Campers attend programs from 9:30 am until 3:30 pm Monday through Friday. 

The Adventure Trip Leader will lead 5- to 9-day programs, introducing 10-16 year olds to backpacking, canoeing, kayaking and backcountry camping in the state of Michigan.

  • Nature Day Camp Counselor
  • Nature Day Camp Junior Counselor
  • Nature Day Camp Early Childhood Counselor
  • Nature Day Camp Adventure Trip Leader

Visit CNC Employment page for full descriptions
https://www.chippewanaturecenter.org/employment

 

Application Procedure: Send cover letter and resume to Steve Frisbee, Camp Director at sfrisbee@chippewanaturecenter.org or 400 S Badour Road, Midland, MI 48640

Application Deadline: February 15, 2024 (Group interview will be held by invitation February 24, 2024, 9 am-4 pm)

Compensation Information


Salary & Benefits: Starting salary is $560 per week ($14/hr.) with additional stipends for overnight camps ($60/night in the field), staff uniform, CNC membership, 20% discount in Nature Center Store, 10% discount on program fees.