What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Educator at Fenton Ranch in the Jemez Mountains position at Manzano Day School?
Fenton Ranch is a residential environmental education facility affiliated with Manzano Day School. It is located in a beautiful canyon in the Jemez Mountains 80 miles north of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Fenton Ranch Summer Camp offers many activities that encourage growth for youth ages 6 to 14. Summer Camp includes activities such as exploring nature, fishing, hiking, camping and canoeing, as well as arts and crafts. These experiences help to foster respect and an appreciation for the natural world. Summer Camp encourages youth to grow as an individual by facilitating experiences that foster independence, self-confidence, and creative thinking.
Position Responsibilities:
- Lead and facilitate a variety of outdoor activities such as canoeing, hiking, mountain biking, archery, camping, campfires, noncompetitive games, fishing and exploring
- Lead and supervise a variety of residential camp activities such as meal time, clean-up, journaling, free time activities, craft projects and bedtime routines
- Supervise youth in an overnight dormitory setting as well as campouts off-site
- Complete logistical and maintenance requests as needed
- Play, laugh, and share in the joy of learning with very enthusiastic youth
Position Dates:
Staff Orientation: June 23-27, 2025
Four sessions will take place between June 30 and July 25, 2025
Weekends are free for exploring the area - ancient Ancestral Puebloan ruins, hot spring, and wilderness areas full of biking, hiking and rock climbing opportunities. Nearby Jemez Springs is a pleasant mountain village, and Los Alamos is 40 miles away.
Position Compensation and Logistics:
Individuals are given full room and board as well as hourly pay of $15.00 plus overtime. Travel reimbursement of $150 is available to out-of-state employees.
All successful applicants must pass a background check. Housing is provided in a shared room in a rustic cabin on the property. Pets are not permitted. As Fenton Ranch is in a remote part of the Jemez Mountains, a car is helpful but not required. There is a desktop computer, WiFi, and a landline for phone calls. The staff is small and is expected to work and live cooperatively.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of a high school diploma; Bachelor's degree preferred
- Excellent teamwork, leadership and cooperation skills
- Strong organizational and communication skills, including public speaking
- Ability to multi-task and coordinate several major activities simultaneously
- Experience with teaching or leading elementary aged children
- Experience with or interest in outdoor recreation activities such as hiking, biking, camping and canoeing
- Appreciation for the natural world and an interest in teaching environmental education
- Comfortable working outdoors, including warm and cold weather, rain and sun
- Applicants should be reliable, mature, enthusiastic, creative and independent
- Applicants must possess a valid driver's license
Please email your cover letter, resume, and at least three references to Brad Hall, Director of Fenton Ranch, at bhall@manzanodayschool.org.
Manzano Day School is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes teachers and staff regardless of race, color, gender, age, disability, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identification or spousal affiliation.
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