What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp JCC Nature Specialist position at Greater Raleigh JCC /Jewish Federation of Greater...?
Greater Raleigh JCC /Jewish Federation of Greater Raleigh
David R. Kahn Community Campus
12804 Norwood Rd
Raleigh, NC 27613
Principal Responsibilities:
Camp JCC is seeking a qualified, energetic, and compassionate candidate as an NATURE SPECIALIST for summer 2025. The Nature Specialist is responsible for developing and leading engaging, hands-on environmental and outdoor education experiences for campers of all ages. This role fosters a sense of appreciation for nature, encourages outdoor exploration, and teaches environmental stewardship through interactive activities, nature walks, and nature-based crafts. The position requires an ability to manage day-to-day interactions with children in grades K-9, a strong ability to work collaboratively with the Camp JCC team, and the capacity to be flexible.
Minimum Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working with children in a camp, school or daycare environment (experience leading outdoor education, nature-based activities, or environmental programs preferred)
- Must enjoy playing and interacting with children
- Organized, enthusiastic, and energetic
- Must be a creative and innovative thinker and planner
- Must take initiative, be self-directed, and capable of independently identifying and solving problems
- Must have excellent communication skills and work well with both children and adults
- Pass a required background check
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plan a variety of nature based activities for children ages 4 through 15 including nature walks, gardening, eco-crafts, and basic outdoor survival skills
- Provide a planned and thoughtful program, infused with values, such recycling, not wasting resources, and guarding the earth that will interest and excite campers
- Adapt individual and small-group instruction to the needs of campers with varying intellectual and artistic abilities
- Multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
- Plan and direct engaging, age-appropriate activities
- Serve as a positive role model in the camp community
- Communicate with leadership to order supplies for projects
- Manage risk, supervise participants, and model safe best practices while working
- Other duties as assigned by camp leadership
WORK SCHEDULE:
- Applicant must be available to work Monday through Friday, June 10 through August 9 (8 weeks of camp plus staff week) from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Please contact Stefanie Shapiro at stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org or 919-827-4984.
Salary:
Under $25,000
Agency Information:
The Jewish Federation of Greater Raleigh is the central hub of Jewish life in Wake County and surrounding areas. The Jewish Federation includes our agencies: Jewish Family Services, Jewish Community Center, Jewish Community Relations Council, and the Jewish Community Foundation. Our agencies of the fulfill the Jewish Federation's mission, Welcome, engage, and enhance Jewish life through connection care, and community. We welcome, respect and value the participation of all people including, multi-faith families, people of all abilities, religious practices, backgrounds, sexual orientation, gender identity, race and socio-economic status.
To learn more about JCC programs and services visit www.RaleighCaryJCC.org.
Salary : $25,000
