Activity Specialist jobs in West Chester, PA

Activity Specialist organizes and provides program content for social events for an organization or group of people. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Being an Activity Specialist is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Additionally, Activity Specialist performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision; typically reports to a supervisor or manager. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Summer Camp Activity Specialist (PT)
  • Delaware Nature Society - DelNature
  • Castle, DE PART_TIME
  • Organization Description:
    Delaware Nature Society’s (DelNature) mission is to connect people with the natural world to improve our environment through education, conservation, and advocacy. We envision a healthy and sustainable environment. Founded in 1964, DelNature, a state affiliate for the National Wildlife Federation, is renowned for our educational programming, conservation, and advocacy. We provide the tools for communities to take action and promote the health of the environment through land preservation, wildlife protection, and watershed stewardship.

    We manage over 2,000 acres of land, including four nature preserves, and operates four educational sites: Ashland Nature Center, Abbott’s Mill Nature Center, DuPont Environmental Education Center, and Coverdale Farm Preserve. Our organizational priorities are comprised of three pillars of engagement focused on: Working & Natural Lands, Healthy Waters, and Protecting Habitats and Wildlife.

    DelNature aspires to be inclusive multicultural organization that celebrates the rich dimensions of diversity and is committed to understanding and addressing where we fall short. Diversity creates an awareness of and acknowledges respect for differences and translates into understanding and valuing of each other’s perspectives. We are committed to building a diverse team and strongly encourage all who are qualified to apply.

    Job Description:
    Summer Camp Activity Specialists deliver basic level curriculum-based hands-on environmental, agricultural, and/or cultural education lessons incorporating our core values of Respect, Stewardship, Collaboration, Inclusion, and Integrity. Student ages range from 3 to 15. Activities take place at Ashland Nature Center and Coverdale Farms Preserve camps. Activities are chosen based on Specialist interest and expertise and may include subjects such as: cooking, arts & crafts, games, nature exploration, farm chores, and more. Most activities occur rain or shine, except in extreme/unsafe weather conditions, and are conducted both inside and outdoors.

    Responsibilities:
    • Teach curriculum-based environmental, natural history, cultural history, science and/or farm-based agriculture/ecology lessons through a variety of methods. Curriculum includes focus on DelNature core values and working in collaboration with Education Coordinators & fellow summer camp staff.
    • Continue to develop program delivery skills and knowledge of program topics and curriculum.
    • Ensure all DelNature policies and procedures and health and safety protocols are implemented and always enforced.
    • Assist with program preparation & clean-up, care & handling of program equipment/materials, care & transportation of live animals in collaboration with fellow site-based Education Coordinators & Teacher Naturalists.
    • Attend and participate in required training sessions and voluntary enrichment sessions.
    • Maintain regular communication with site-based Education Coordinators & Leadership Staff to ensure best practices, program schedules, trainings, etc.
    • Promote & support DelNature’s mission, values, goals, activities, and membership to a wide array of program audiences.

    Minimum Qualifications:
    • An interest in working with groups of children or adults. Experience in delivering programs and prior teaching experience helpful but not required.
    • Basic natural sciences knowledge, and/or a willingness to learn more about agriculture, outdoor recreation skills (birding, hiking, camping, gardening) or experience, required based on areas of program delivery assigned.
    • Flexibility and adaptability to work a schedule that meets the needs of the site.
    • Punctuality, dependability, effective communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
    • Ability to consistently interact in a positive and professional manner.
    • Willingness to learn new skills and share knowledge with others.

    Salary and Benefits:
    Starting hourly rate is $13-$15/hr. based on education and experience.

    Learn more and apply at DelNature.Org

    Applicants Must Submit:
    • DelNature employment application
    • Cover Letter
    • Current Resume
    • 3 Professional References
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Ophthalmic Technician
  • Omni Eye Specialist Pa
  • Wilmington, DE FULL_TIME
  • ** Regular travel to satellite locations is required ** ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: Greets patients and visitors in a prompt, courteous and helpful manner. Obtains patient history and transcribes results in...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Activity Director
  • Nationwide Healthcare Services
  • Wilmington, DE FULL_TIME
  • Regency Healthcare is a 100 bed skilled nursing center located in Wilmington, DE. We are looking for an Activities Director to join our team. The Applicant must have one of the following credentials t...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Activity Aide
  • Autumn Healthcare
  • Point, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Join our wonderful team as a Activity Aide today! Autumn Lake Healthcare at Memorial Bridge is an exceptional team-oriented company hiring for Activity Aide! We provide our staff with the resources, t...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Activity assistant
  • Autumn Lake Healthcare
  • Rising, MD FULL_TIME
  • Join our wonderful team as a Activity Assistant today! Autumn Lake Healthcare at Calvert Manoris an exceptional team-oriented company hiring forActivity Assistant! We provide our staff with the resour...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Activity Assistant
  • Autumn Healthcare
  • Rising, MD FULL_TIME
  • Join our wonderful team as a Activity Assistant today! Autumn Lake Healthcare at Calvert Manor is an exceptional team-oriented company hiring for Activity Assistant! We provide our staff with the reso...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Document Specialist: Microsoft Word Expert
  • KB COMM LLC
  • West Grove, PA
  • Job Description Job Description KB COMM is hiring a Document Specialist. This position is part-time and paid hourly, wit...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Shipwright Leader (expert)
  • Department of Defense
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Summary You will serve as a Shipwright Leader (Expert) in the DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY. You will serve as an Expert Shipwr...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Expert NetDevOps Engineer - Remote
  • Veradigm
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Welcome to Veradigm! Our Mission is to be the most trusted provider of innovative solutions that empower all stakeholder...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Vehicle Crash/Automotive Expert
  • Robson Forensic
  • Lancaster, PA
  • Job Description Job Description VEHICLE CRASH EXPERT / AUTOMOTIVE EXPERT Do you want to use your training, education, an...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sleep Expert - Sales>
  • Mattress Firm
  • King Of Prussia, PA
  • Mattress Firm - JR-P0051731 [Sales Associate / Team Member] As a Sleep Expert at Mattress Firm, you'll: Elevate and enha...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sleep Expert - Sales
  • Mattress Firm
  • Exton, PA
  • Is your current job a nightmare? Make it a dream job at Mattress Firm! Join Mattress Firm as a Sleep Expert and have the...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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SAP Productions Planning Expert
  • Top Stack
  • Wayne, PA
  • Hybrid role - 2 days in the office This Senior Business Process Analyst – PP designs, delivers, and supports IT solution...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sleep Expert - Sales
  • Mattress Firm
  • King of Prussia, PA
  • Is your current job a nightmare? Make it a dream job at Mattress Firm®! Join Mattress Firm as a Sleep Expert® and have t...
  • 3/5/2024 12:00:00 AM

West Chester is a borough and the county seat of Chester County, Pennsylvania, in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. The population was 18,461 at the 2010 census. Much of the West Chester University of Pennsylvania North Campus and the Chester County government are located within the borough. The center of town is located at the intersection of Market and High Streets. West Goshen Township borders West Chester to the north, south, and east, while East Bradford Township borders West Chester to the west. The borough straddles the Brandywine Creek and Chester Creek watersheds. It is located 25 mile...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Activity Specialist jobs
$33,448 to $41,160
West Chester, Pennsylvania area prices
were up 1.0% from a year ago

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