What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Camp Instructor position at The Creature Conservancy?
J*Seasonal Camp Instructor*
General Description
As a member of the The Creature Conservancy’s educational team, the seasonal full-time Camp Instructor will work to lead groups of campers in various activities, hikes, crafts, and educational lessons.
Day camps run between June 16th to August 22nd, Monday through Friday most weeks.
Camp staff are expected to be available for at least eight out of ten weeks of camp plus training dates.
All candidates are required to attend paid training dates: June 9th-13th (if scheduling conflicts arise, reasonable accommodation for day or time changes may be granted).
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead groups of up to 30 youth in grades 1-12 for weeklong day camps on hikes, hands-on activities, art projects, games, and educational lessons.
- Camp Instructors are joined with at all times, and will be responsible for coordinating duties among support staff.
- Enhance each child’s experience, greeting caregivers and program participants with enthusiasm to provide a positive and memorable camp program.
- Engage with campers as a group and individually to create a welcoming and inclusive community amongst the group.
- Be familiar with all facets of The Creature Conservancy in order to answer questions properly.
- Contribute to a positive, energetic, and safe experience for campers and colleagues.
- Must be available for a weekday work schedule, usually 8:15 a.m.- 4:15 p.m.
- Assist with program setup and breakdown.
- All other responsibilities and tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Must be 21 years or older.
- Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Education, General Science, Zoology, Biology, or other related field OR completion of an Associate's degree with 2 years of experience in a zoological institution or a youth organization preferred.
- Experience working with youth in formal or informal learning environments.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Familiar with concepts of biology, environmental science, or animal welfare and a willingness to learn more.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Must be reasonable, diplomatic, and use common sense to make sound decisions.
- Must have the ability to think quickly and identify solutions to participant or caregiver issues before they escalate and report issues and challenges to the camp director.
- Must be professional and have a positive, friendly, social disposition.
- Must clear a background check before hire.
Working Conditions
- Camp is held mainly outdoors in a variety of weather conditions throughout the summer.
Physical Requirements
- This position requires sitting, standing, walking, bending, and stooping for extended periods.
- This position can expect employees to walk up to three miles a day.
- The noise level in the work environment is moderate.
- The employee must be able to lift and move 25-40 pounds.
- The individual must be able to perform the job's essential functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17
