Summer Nature Camp Counselor

Irvine Nature Center is a non-profit educational organization located in Owings Mills, Maryland that offers a wide variety of environmental programs to people of all ages. Counselors are responsible for the direct supervision of campers ranging from 3 to 12 years old. The Camp Counselors will lead trail activities, animal encounters, hiking, and nature play. A few camps require overnight camping and off-site field trips. The Camp Counselor should be passionate about bringing nature and environmental education to the lives of young children. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who have experience working with children, thrive outdoors, and are passionate and creative teachers. Counselors ensure our camps are a fun, safe, and educational experience! Summer Nature Camp is a Day Camp that runs Monday-Friday for 10 weeks during the summer from June 16- August 22. Responsibilities * Direction, supervision, and organization of campers * Development and implementation of natural history activities * Daily set-up and clean-up of classrooms and common areas * Maintain high standards of health and safety in all activities for campers and staff * Be a positive role model to campers and Counselor in Training high school volunteers * Represent Irvine Nature Center well when interacting with parents and the community Time Commitment * 20-45 hours/week depending on availability * Must be available Mon-Fri, 7:00AM – 5:00PM – actual hours will fall between these times. * Mandatory 5-Day training June 9 - 13 * June 9 – August 23 availability preferred. Qualifications Needed * Experience working with children ages 3-12 * Interest in and experience in natural history or education * Flexibility as program needs may change from week to week * Age 18 * Must pass a criminal background check Compensation: $16.75/hour TO APPLY: Please e-mail cover letter, resume, and the names of three references to: Colby Bieschke, Irvine Nature Center, 11201 Garrison Forest Road, Owings Mills, MD 21117 or email HR@ExploreNature.org Please note: Employment is contingent upon completing and passing a criminal background check and fingerprinting. Irvine is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: From $16.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Owings Mills, MD 21117 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17