Nature Education Instructor

CITY OF PEARLAND SUMMER CAMP JOB OPPORTUNITIES

COME JOIN OUR SUMMER TEAM

The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a Temporary Nature Education Instructor to lead and teach the lessons and activities of the day-to-day operations of our summer camp programs.

Do you have a calling for the wild and a passion for inspiring the next generation of nature lovers? Camp Pelican at the Delores Fenwick Nature Center is the place for you. From teaching science and nature lessons, to leading outdoor activities and experiments, and everything in between, each day comes with unique chances to work within our Camp environment. Your role is to bring your "A" game in teaching, classroom management, and camper engagement while leading the Camp classroom.

If you think that you have what it takes to thrive in this fast-paced, adventure-filled position, we invite you to apply today!

The Temporary Nature Education Instructor earns a competitive salary of $15.82 - $17.12/hour, based on qualifications. We also offer access to the city's recreation fitness center and employee assistance program.

Applicants should be comfortable working outdoors and with children.

ABOUT THE CITY OF PEARLAND

Pearland is one of the fastest growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and superb quality of life. Ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas, Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation.

Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth. Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.

A DAY IN THE LIFE AS A PART-TIME NATURE EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR

Job Summary

The purpose of this class within the organization is to lead the day-to-day instruction of the Day Camp Program at the Delores Fenwick Nature Center for the Parks and Recreation Department. Deliver educational lessons and program activities that are safe, fun, and appropriate to the camper's age and abilities. Assist in the management of the overall camp operation at the direction of the Natural Resources Division.

This class works under close general supervision according to set procedures but determines how or when to complete tasks.

Essential Functions

• Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior.
• Utilize background knowledge of biology, nature, and environmental science topics to deliver curriculum; includes teaching lessons and activities and ensuring that campers are meeting camp goals and learning educational materials.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and willingness to work with children in a camp atmosphere.
• Exercise effective communication with parents and staff.
• Manage camp classroom, ensuring lesson plans, activities, materials, and daily schedules are prepared and implemented to meet camp outcomes and the abilities of the campers.
• Maintain attendance records and daily rosters, check campers in and out of camp daily.
• Manage classroom environment, including camper behavior and health/wellbeing.
• Lead and guide Camp Counselors during camp program activities.
• Ensure that camp staff and campers know and follow safety and educational procedures during camp programs.

Additional Duties

• Communicate daily happenings with parents during camper check-in and check-out, including behavior issues, first aid incidents, reminders, and other information.
• Enforce camp rules and behavior policies; includes communicating camper issues with supervisors and parents.
• Plan and implement daily activity schedule from provided list of materials.
• Arrange, set-up, and/or break-down equipment, supplies, chairs, and tables in designated rooms or other areas for scheduled, games and programs.
• Contribute to verbal and written evaluations and communication as requested.
• Performs related work as assigned.

For detailed information about this position, please review the attached job description.

Requirements

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires some college (at least 20 hours), with field of study in Education or the Natural Sciences preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in dealing with children ages 6-14 in a non-parental, but supervisory role such as a teacher, counselor, or camp director preferred.
• Previous teaching/instructing experience strongly recommended.
• Requires some experience or knowledge of science, relating to biology, environmental science, or nature education.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

• Valid, Class "C" Texas Driver's License.

Salary : $16 - $17