Outdoor Science Principal

Description

Do you love implementing camp program and seeing kids experience wonder and awe in nature? Join our Outdoor Science Team! Do you enjoy facilitating the details of camp and seeing how your work directly impacts student's lives? Are you interested in leading others in teaching and being outdoors? Our relationship based, nature oriented Outdoor Science Program exposes students to the wonder of nature through hands-on science lessons, adventure experiences, and team building. The Outdoor Science team is a group of Jesus loving outdoor enthusiasts that set aside several months to live in community and join us in our mission.

Position Objective:

The Outdoor Science Principal assumes responsibility for overseeing staff, students, and teachers while implementing the daily details of the Outdoor Science Program and facilities. You will also assists in regular program duties, including team-building and adventure activities, as well as additional guest group support responsibilities when outdoor science is not in session (additional support duties with facilities, housekeeping, food service, and adventure recreation. He/she will be responsible to model a genuine lifestyle of Christian discipleship in a manner consistent with Carolina Creek’s mission, vision, and values.

Outdoor Science Principal will have the option to live in an intentional, Christ centered community with other staff in shared housing. Staff are invited to join a community built on authentic and hospitable relationships.

• Training January 13–21: Program: Jan 22 - April 4th

• Weekly compensation with housing and meals (Starting at $325)

• Wed-Fri Principal duties, Fri-Sunday/M-T Additional camp duties

• Paid staff training

• Spiritual formation

• Deep and lasting friendships

Key Job Accountabilities

• Program lessons, schedule, and activities for Outdoor Science Program
• Assume Naturalist teaching responsibilities as needed including facilitating adventure activities
• Implement on-site daily activiti8es and perform regular operational duties
• Carry out office duties including preparing forms, rosters, number count, etc.
• Communicate with appropriate departments about all program details
• Attend, lead, and help schedule two week of staff training
• Actively engage and participate in the staff community through a godly attitude, words, and actions
• Actively participate in and contribute to the broader camp programs of Carolina Creek
• Attend All required staff meetings and events

Job Type: Seasonal

Qualifications

Education/Certifications/Licenses

• Bachelor's degree preferred in any field of study or equivalent work experience
• Must have a current valid drivers license
• Current CPR/First Aid certification prior to start date
• Current Texas Food Handlers certificate prior to start date
• Ability to be Lifeguard certified

Work Experience

• Demonstrated experience working with and teaching students
• Experience coordinating camp programs
• Supervisory experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to lead peers, school teachers, and students
• Ability to be flexible, adaptable, and problem solve
• Familiar with risk management in an outdoor setting
• Ability to relate to a variety of age groups and effectively communicate to teachers, school principals, peers, and students
• Able to effectively communicate in English, both written and verbal
• Familiar with Google Suite
• Ability to work with a team with good judgment and decision making abilities
• Must be a punctual and responsible individual
• Must exhibit great interpersonal skills with people of all ages
• Must be observant and attentive
• Mature, understanding, and respect for authority and peers, as well as camp guidelines and principles
• Ability to engage in active listening
• Ability to engage in a variety of outdoor activities
• A hear to serve whenever needed
• Must be able to lead and teach with patience and clear instruction

Physical Demands:

The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in all weather conditions (hot & humid, rain, cold, etc). Requires sitting, standing, squatting, stooping, twisting, and ability to lift/carry anywhere from 15 to over 60 lbs.

Additional Requirements

• Adherence to company dress code and professional standards for personal grooming and appearance.
• Satisfactory completion of background investigation, as well as ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.