Under the direction of the Director of Environmental Education and consistent with the Christian Mission of the YMCA the Environmental Education Center Instructor will work as an instructor, being a public relations ambassador with visiting teachers and chaperones and assisting in maintenance of the instructional areas and equipment.
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To take part in all training or in-service activities to develop proficiencies required to perform job responsibilities.
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Be proficient in teaching the program curriculum and concepts
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Promote positive interactions within the class group.
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Be proficient in orienting the students to the facility in order to provide information regarding procedures and safety.
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Provide an outdoor education experience for special population students.
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Maintain a good working relationship with other instructors, administrative staff, maintenance staff, and interns.
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Provide a safe experience for all students.
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Cooperate in maintaining the grounds, and seeing that facility equipment is used properly, and returned promptly in good condition.
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Be sure that students wear proper attire suitable for the existing weather.
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Assist in the mealtime cafeteria procedures.
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Evening responsibilities two nights per week.
Preferred Requirements:
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Substitute or teaching experience
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Camp counselor experience
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College degree in related field
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Possess knowledge in the areas of camp programming and student supervision.
Physical Requirements:
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Walking (five miles/day)
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Lifting (50 lbs - occasionally)
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Pulling
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Carrying (50 lbs - occasionally)
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Sitting
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Hearing
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Seeing
Individuals hired in this role will have the option to either live on site or commute.
