Job Description

Assist with the planning, implementation, and teaching of Great Basin Institute at Galena Environmental Science Education Field Study Programs comprising theme-based activities that capitalize on the unique natural setting of Galena Creek Park and the Sierra Nevada region. Themes include natural and cultural history topics such as Animals, Plants, Water, Ecosystems, etc. that allow children to experience the outdoors through discovery-based, STEM education;
Assist in implementation of the Great Basin Institute at Galenas Camps and School Residential Field Studies to ensure the success and safety of these programs. School Break Camps and Residential/Extended School Field Studies include hands-on games, hikes, educational activities, teambuilding, field trips, guest presenters, exploration and play. Staff and Students/campers stay in the beautiful WeChMe Lodge three nights a week for residential summer camp and varying length of times for residential school field studies;
Assist with the a comprehensive summer camp program serving children ages 8-17. Includes the planning, marketing, promotion, scheduling, educating, execution, and evaluation;
Assist in training and coordinating Educators, Counselors, and Counselors-in-Training;
Assist with the registration process and logistics related to camp and residential school field studies. Provide the highest level of service to parents, Educators, Counselors and students/campers;
Deliver environmental education curriculum to students and youth both in the field and in the classroom during the Spring and Fall, assist with summer camp educating as needed;
Enforce camp policies, procedures and regulations;

And other duties as assigned
This position is through AmeriCorps and provides a living allowance and an education award upon completion of the set AmeriCorps Service.
Employment Type: Contractor

Job Tags

Contract work, For contractors, Summer work, Outdoor, Night shift,

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