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Camp Specialist
The New Canaan Nature Center (NCNC) is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit environmental education center and sanctuary dedicated to helping people of all ages better understand, appreciate and care for the world of nature. Located a short distance north of New York City, NCNC encompasses a 40-acre preserve in the heart of New Canaan, CT that features diverse habitats including wet and dry meadows and woodlands, two ponds, dense thickets, an old orchard and a cattail marsh. Two miles of trails meander across the site. Through a diverse range of programs for schools, youth, adults, and families, the NCNC strives to create a deeper understanding and concern for the natural world through programs and exhibits that stress enjoyable and active, hands-on learning. It is our belief that personal awareness and involvement will enable citizens to make intelligent decisions relating to the future of our environment.
Our Summer Camp program aims to get children “unplugged” from electronics and other indoor activities by creating and strengthening the connection of children to nature through sustainable, exciting, hands-on interactions in the outdoors. It is our goal to “Leave No Child Inside” over the summer as there exists an entire world of adventure just waiting outside the door. Our Summer Camp serves approximately 1,000 children, ages 3-15, through half-day, full-day, and adventure programs. The goal of camp is to provide quality environmental education experiences, which meet the mission and sustainability policy of the NCNC, within a fun and exciting camp atmosphere.
Visit www.NewCanaanNature.org for more information.
- full-time, seasonal position. Based on this classification, you are a temporary, part-time and non-exempt employee.
The Camp Specialist are the primary facilitators and group managers for our various groups of campers. Working with our Camp Counselors, these positions are responsible for implementing and developing education curricula and camp activities that support our yearly camp themes and meet the NCNC’s mission and sustainability policy. The Camp Specialist will assist in managing Teacher-Naturalists-in-Training (TNT) high-school volunteers during camp sessions.
Working Hours
Monday through Friday, although some weekend work may be required. Typical operation hours of NCNC are from 8:30am to 4:30pm. Summer Camp schedule may require additional time beyond typical operation hours. Summer Camp season runs from approximately mid-June to mid-August, including staff training the last week of May. Please check website for details on camp session schedule for this year.
Qualifications/Requirements
A. Possess (or have at least two years working towards) a B.S./B.A. in Environmental Education, Biological Sciences, Education, Outdoor Recreation or other related field.
B. Have at least two years prior experience in education, environmental education, formal and/or informal teaching, camps or similar experience working with children in a responsible and professional setting (Prior summer camp experience a plus).
C. Be able to work well as part of a team and interact well with camper parents.
D. Possess the physical ability to work actively throughout the property in a variety of weather conditions.
E. Hold and maintain throughout the duration of camp valid certification in the following: First Aid/CPR and Epi-pen/Medical Administration. If not current, must be willing to obtain valid certification prior to the start of the camp season.
F. Possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record (Copy of driving record(s) required)
G. Possess a valid health/vaccination record (required).
H. Possess enthusiasm for working with children and a sense of humor
I. Be 21 years of age or older.
I. Program
A.
i. Maintaining CT state standards for summer camp operation, assisting with camper forms and other paperwork as needed.
ii. Ensuring that programs and activities meet camp goals and curriculum standards, as well as the Nature Centermission and sustainability policy.
iii. Working with other CampCounselors, Instructors, Resident EE Staff, Camp Directors, and other NCNC staff to provide high quality nature-based education experiences to all NCNC Summer Camp participants and TNT volunteers.
B.
i. Design, plan and teach interactive and interdisciplinary nature camp programming for grade school aged children that maximizes use of our NCNC outdoor classroom space.
ii. Provide enthusiastic and innovative instruction - teaching through hands-on and inquiry-based methods that encourage exploration, awareness, appreciation, and stewardship of the natural environment.
iii. Safely lead groups of up to 18 children in an outdoor setting while enacting solid group/behavior management protocols (handle camper adjustments in a caring and age-appropriate manner)
iv. Lead the entire camp in games, songs and activities by own volition and as assigned by the Camp Director or Assistant Director.
v. Provide a variety of age-appropriate activities geared toward the weekly theme and their interests.
vi. Lead special activities primarily outdoors, weather permitted or inside of a classroom.
vii. Create projects, physical games or activities for each group.
viii. Meet with a variety of age groups daily.
C.
i. Supervise & coordinate all TNT volunteers assigned to your specialist group.
D.
i. Coordinate with the Camp Director and Assistant Director for the implementation of logistical plans, curriculum development and transportation schedules.
ii. Help to increase sustainable and eco-friendly components of camp programs.
II. Camper Health and Safety
A. Recognizing and appropriately responding to hazards and emergencies.
B. Maintaining CT state youth camp standards for instructor to camper ratios.
C. Encouraging the personal and social development of children.
D. Observing children and reporting all accidents, significant illnesses, and/or signs of physical, emotional, or sexual abuse to the Camp Director.
E. Supervising participants and ensuring the safety of all staff and campers.
III. Supervision and Support
Summer Camp Specialist reports to the Camp Director and/or Assistant Director.
A. Work with and mentor Assistant Camp Counselors and TNT’s.
B. Supervise high-school TNT volunteers assigned to your specialist group.
IV. Attendance
A. Attend staff training & orientation prior to the start of camp.
B. Attend all morning staff check-ins & afternoon staff debriefs
C. Attend all staff meetings and any other scheduled meetings.
D. Complete the entire length of the summer as agreed upon in his/her contract.
E. Realize this position is exempt from overtime unless approved in advance by Camp Director.
VI. Miscellaneous
The Camp Specialist must be willing and prepared to assume other appropriate duties as assigned by the Camp Director or Assistant Director.
Essential Functions
· Work the hours needed to fulfill duties (can go beyond a typical 40 hour work week as needed and with approval of Camp Director).
· Assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, injury).
· Communicate effectively and positively with campers, parents, camp staff, NCNC staff and Camp Directors.
· Work with a diverse clientele and establish positive relations.
· Provide supervision and support to staff.
· Possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of staff & campers.
· Appropriately respond to environmental, wildlife and other environmental hazards.
· Actively lead and participate in group activities (large and small).
· Be energized, enthusiastic and positive with good humor.
· Assist with and actively participate in everyday camp duties (i.e. Song circle, opening/closing ceremonies, all group games, snack/lunch)
· Be prepared to substitute for any other camp staff on short notice as needed.
Compensation: $18 - 20/hour commensurate with experience
Closing Date:April 30th of each year or until filled.
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Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
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Work Location: In person
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