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Summer Camp Naturalist Instructor

Posted: April 29, 2021 by MAEE Administration

Category: Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board

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Summer Camp Naturalist Instructor
Job Type
  • Full Time
Organization Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board
Job Description

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) is seeking seasonal Summer Camp Naturalist Instructors to work out of Kroening Interpretive Center at North Mississippi Regional Park to do the following:

• Plan, prepare and lead fun, hands-on, nature-based summer day camp sessions that promote positive outdoor, educational, and recreational experiences for campers ages 6-12
• Oversee camp participants’ safety and well-being while helping to facilitate children’s interactions with others and their surroundings by reinforcing principles of respect and responsibility
• Provide high-quality customer service and communication with parents/guardians while building positive relationships with campers as well as families
• Engage and encourage campers in learning, exploration, and skill development through positive experiences
• Successfully implement group management while conducting camp. Appropriately identify and respond to camper behavioral issues as needed
• Maintain established standards of safety and recordkeeping practices
• Use materials and resources responsibly. Maintain clean work, and educational spaces
• Additional tasks as assigned

Requirements/Qualifications:
• Minimum of two seasons leading summer camp outdoors in an environmental education setting or similar
• Demonstrated success teaching diverse populations (especially children) in an outdoor setting
• Academic training in environmental education, ecology, natural history, teaching or similar
• Working knowledge of Minnesota flora, fauna and ecosystems
• Must be a strong leader, self-starter, and have the ability to accomplish tasks with little direct supervision
• Excellent customer service skills, a positive attitude, creativity, enthusiasm and adaptability
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, communication, and public speaking skills
• Ability to maintain positivity and composure in times of stress while interacting with campers and co-workers
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs, hike uneven terrain, and work effectively in all weather conditions

Preferred Qualifications- Desired but Not Required:
• Previous experience developing programs, lesson plans or curriculum
• Previous program instruction that included live education animals
• Ability to communicate fluently in a second language; Spanish, Hmong, or Somali preferred
• CPR and First Aid Certification

Background investigation required:
Job offer is contingent on passing a criminal background check as required by the MPRB Pre-Employment Background Investigation Policy

Compensation: $15.50 per hour.
This position is eligible for sick and safe leave in accordance with the Minneapolis Sick and Safe Time Ordinance. This position is not eligible for other benefits.

Hours:
This is a seasonal position, averaging 35-40 hours per week Monday-Friday. Daily hours are 7:30-3:30 or 9-5 depending on morning or afternoon camp session shift. Camps run June 14th – Sep 3rd, 2021. Required team trainings June 7th -11th.

Apply by submitting the following materials: cover letter, resume, and references

Deadline for applications: Open until filled

Direct questions and application materials to:
Emily Bowers
612-370-4838
ebowers@minneapolisparks.org
4900 Mississippi Court
Kroening Interpretive Center
Minneapolis, MN 55106

Location Kroening Interpretive Center
Expires 2021-05-28
Link https://www.minneapolisparks.org/jobs/temporary_jobs/
MAEE Partner Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board
Summer Camp Naturalist Instructor
  • Full Time
Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board
Location: Kroening Interpretive Center
Expires: 2021-05-28
Link: https://www.minneapolisparks.org/jobs/temporary_jobs/
MAEE Partner: Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board
Job Description:

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) is seeking seasonal Summer Camp Naturalist Instructors to work out of Kroening Interpretive Center at North Mississippi Regional Park to do the following:

• Plan, prepare and lead fun, hands-on, nature-based summer day camp sessions that promote positive outdoor, educational, and recreational experiences for campers ages 6-12
• Oversee camp participants’ safety and well-being while helping to facilitate children’s interactions with others and their surroundings by reinforcing principles of respect and responsibility
• Provide high-quality customer service and communication with parents/guardians while building positive relationships with campers as well as families
• Engage and encourage campers in learning, exploration, and skill development through positive experiences
• Successfully implement group management while conducting camp. Appropriately identify and respond to camper behavioral issues as needed
• Maintain established standards of safety and recordkeeping practices
• Use materials and resources responsibly. Maintain clean work, and educational spaces
• Additional tasks as assigned

Requirements/Qualifications:
• Minimum of two seasons leading summer camp outdoors in an environmental education setting or similar
• Demonstrated success teaching diverse populations (especially children) in an outdoor setting
• Academic training in environmental education, ecology, natural history, teaching or similar
• Working knowledge of Minnesota flora, fauna and ecosystems
• Must be a strong leader, self-starter, and have the ability to accomplish tasks with little direct supervision
• Excellent customer service skills, a positive attitude, creativity, enthusiasm and adaptability
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, communication, and public speaking skills
• Ability to maintain positivity and composure in times of stress while interacting with campers and co-workers
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs, hike uneven terrain, and work effectively in all weather conditions

Preferred Qualifications- Desired but Not Required:
• Previous experience developing programs, lesson plans or curriculum
• Previous program instruction that included live education animals
• Ability to communicate fluently in a second language; Spanish, Hmong, or Somali preferred
• CPR and First Aid Certification

Background investigation required:
Job offer is contingent on passing a criminal background check as required by the MPRB Pre-Employment Background Investigation Policy

Compensation: $15.50 per hour.
This position is eligible for sick and safe leave in accordance with the Minneapolis Sick and Safe Time Ordinance. This position is not eligible for other benefits.

Hours:
This is a seasonal position, averaging 35-40 hours per week Monday-Friday. Daily hours are 7:30-3:30 or 9-5 depending on morning or afternoon camp session shift. Camps run June 14th – Sep 3rd, 2021. Required team trainings June 7th -11th.

Apply by submitting the following materials: cover letter, resume, and references

Deadline for applications: Open until filled

Direct questions and application materials to:
Emily Bowers
612-370-4838
ebowers@minneapolisparks.org
4900 Mississippi Court
Kroening Interpretive Center
Minneapolis, MN 55106

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