What are the responsibilities and job description for the JSLA Environmental Camp Leader position at Squam Lakes Association?
As an Environmental Camp Leader, you will guide campers in grades 3–12 as part of the Junior Squam Lakes Association (JSLA) Adventure Ecology Programs focus on nature, ecological research, recreational skills, and team building activities. You will also develop, plan, and implement fun age-appropriate nature-based activities for campers, including hiking, backpacking, canoeing and kayaking, nature games and crafts. Environmental Camp Leaders supervise the health and safety of campers and must be able to provide leadership for campers and Leaders in Training (LIT).
JSLA Environmental Camp Leader
Qualifications
- Applicants must be at least 16 years old with a clean driving record
- Have an interest and general knowledge of natural history and/or environmental education
- Must have previous experience working with and enjoy being with children
- Experience creating fun environmental education learning opportunities is a plus
- Experience in outdoor recreation activities (canoeing, kayaking, hiking, rock climbing, backpacking) encompassing strong safety ethic
- Current certification in Lifeguarding, CPR and First Aid or an equivalent current certification is REQUIRED (we can help you obtain these)
- Pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) & Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) is REQUIRED
- Must be available for duration of program (6/10/2024-8/12/2024)
Schedule
Season begins with staff training on June 10, 2024 and ends on August 12, 2024.
Hours
Mon–Fri, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Some weekend days are required for all SLA staff.
Benefits
$600 per week starting salary. SLA benefits include use of canoes, kayaks, and store discounts.
Salary : $600
