Marine Educator / Camp Counselor

BEST SUMMER JOB EVER!!!

Are you a passionate, multi-talented individual ready to provide a life-changing ocean experience for youth? Become a Marine Educator with WB Surf Camp! No prior teaching experience required—just a love for the ocean, marine science, and inspiring young minds.

• Spend your summer on the beach in Wrightsville Beach, NC
• Competitive pay of $6,000 for 12 weeks
• Work Hours: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
• Monday - Friday schedule

About the Position

As a Marine Educator for our Kids Full Day Camp programs, you’ll work with a team of educators to provide immersive, hands-on marine science lessons, ensuring a safe and enriching experience for campers (ages 6-11). This role includes leading engaging educational activities, supervising campers, and providing logistical support, including driving camp vehicles, equipment management, and setup/breakdown of camp activities.

If you’re passionate about ocean conservation, marine science, teaching, and inspiring youth, we’d love to hear from you!

Core Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise engaging lessons on topics like marine biology, ocean safety, beach ecology, wave dynamics, and barrier island and salt marsh ecology
• Facilitate hands-on activities like squid dissections and ocean safety drills
• Work closely with our leadership team and fellow educators to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all campers
• Oversee arrival and departure of campers, maintaining clear communication with parents
• Assist with daily camp logistics, including supply inventory, equipment maintenance, and camp area setup and breakdown
• Safely transport campers in 15-passenger vans
• Participate in team meetings and maintain a high level of communication with staff
• Serve as a positive role model, embodying responsibility, flexibility, maturity, and sound judgment
• Prioritize camper needs, ensuring safety and fun while providing a life-enriching experience

Requirements and Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• BA or BS in marine biology, environmental science, education, recreation, or a related field (or currently pursuing)
• At least 21 years of age
• Familiarity with southeastern NC marine ecosystems and organisms
• Physically fit and able to lift 50 lbs unassisted
• Ability to pass a 500-yard open-ocean swim test and tread water for at least 10 minutes
• Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid certified (or willing to obtain)
• Availability for full summer program and mandatory training in early June
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Strong commitment to safety, learning, and fun
• Clean driving record and ability to pass a government background check

Desired Skills

• Batchelors’s degree in marine biology, environmental science, or a related field
• Wilderness First Responder Certification
• Experience in a camp setting or with outdoor education
• Surfing experience and a strong appreciation for ocean conservation

Benefits and Compensation

• Competitive summer stipend paid in weekly increments (First-year stipend total: $6,000)
• Uniform kit (t-shirts, rashguards, etc.) and access to pro-deal discounts
• Opportunities for adventure and contributing to life-changing experiences for youth
• Access to rental board inventory and company events before and after the season

Program Duration:
The program runs from early June to early August. Mandatory staff training is required at the start of the season. Applicants should have the availability to work 7am to 4pm, Monday - Friday, from July 2nd to August 15.

About WB Surf Camp: We are a leader in marine science adventure camps, dedicated to instilling respect and love for the ocean. Our programs bring young learners closer to marine life, sparking curiosity, adventure, and conservation through hands-on learning.

Mission Statement:

“Our mission is to cultivate a love and respect for the ocean by building confidence,
developing character and inspiring stoke through safety, fun and learning”.

If you’re ready to change lives through marine education and ocean conservation, apply to join our team!

Job Types: Internship, Contract

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Mandatory staff training is May 23rd - 30th and camp will run Monday - Friday from June 2nd - August 15th from 7:30 am - 4 pm. Will we have you full summer commitment?
• Do you have reliable housing / reliable transportation here in in Wilmington. (This position does not supply housing - must be able to commute to work)
• Do you have surf experience?
• What is the best phone number to reach you?
• What is the best email to reach you?
• Do you have summer camp experience?
• Do you have environmental education experience?
• This position requires staff to be at least 21 years old to drive our program vans. Do you meet this requirement?

License/Certification:

• Lifeguard Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $6,000