MINNESOTA LANDSCAPE ARBORETUM Youth Education: JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Summer Day Camp Assistant
SUPERVISOR: Day Camp Program Coordinator
CLASSIFICATION: Temporary Casual
OVERVIEW:
Work with small groups of children (ages 5-14) creating a positive day camp experience and fun-filled nature-based adventures. Accompany campers on hikes, facilitate camp activities within the Arboretum. Assist lead instructor with set-up, clean-up and other preparations as needed.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Communicate with, and support the lead instructor in creating a positive day camp experience for every
camp participant.
● Enthusiastically help children explore camp content, make friends, and have fun.
● Manage behavior issues, paying attention to the social and emotional safety of each child.
● Maintain a safe and fun learning environment for campers, following safety procedures in emergencies.
● Communicate positively and appropriately with parents/adults/volunteers.
● Set-up, clean-up and preparation of materials as directed.
● Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
● Enthusiasm for working with kids with patience & a sense of humor
● The desire to work in a natural setting (mix of indoors and outdoors in all weather)
● Previous experience working with children in community or education program
● Love of plants and the natural world, and an excitement to inspire that love in others
● Demonstrated leadership or participation in team or group activities
● Classes in child development or other training related to working with children and families
● Strong organizational and communication skills.
● Ability to walk, bend, and lift 20 pounds, working indoors and outdoors
● Must successfully pass a background check
● Provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination or documentation requesting an exemption
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
● Experience teaching in outdoor education, informal education or classroom settings.
● College coursework and/or work experience related to horticulture, natural sciences, nutrition, agriculture,
youth development, youth education or related field.
● Bachelor’s degree in education, horticulture, natural sciences or related field
● Knowledge and excitement around popular camp themes: Minecraft, Harry Potter, spies, mad science etc, and willingness to play camp games, dress in costume, and get messy
WORK SCHEDULE:
Varied schedule available between 6/13/22 - 8/26/22
Hours: Negotiable 15-40 hours/week (may vary from week to week)
PAY RANGE: $15+/hr depending on experience
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
To apply, e-mail resume, cover letter, and references to: Day Camp Program Coordinator:
Malia Brandt- leck0012@umn.edu
Summer Day Camp Assistant
Posted: March 15, 2022 by MAEE Administration
Category: College of Food, Agriculture and Natural Resource Sciences
MINNESOTA LANDSCAPE ARBORETUM Youth Education: JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Summer Day Camp Assistant
SUPERVISOR: Day Camp Program Coordinator
CLASSIFICATION: Temporary Casual
OVERVIEW:
Work with small groups of children (ages 5-14) creating a positive day camp experience and fun-filled nature-based adventures. Accompany campers on hikes, facilitate camp activities within the Arboretum. Assist lead instructor with set-up, clean-up and other preparations as needed.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Communicate with, and support the lead instructor in creating a positive day camp experience for every
camp participant.
● Enthusiastically help children explore camp content, make friends, and have fun.
● Manage behavior issues, paying attention to the social and emotional safety of each child.
● Maintain a safe and fun learning environment for campers, following safety procedures in emergencies.
● Communicate positively and appropriately with parents/adults/volunteers.
● Set-up, clean-up and preparation of materials as directed.
● Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
● Enthusiasm for working with kids with patience & a sense of humor
● The desire to work in a natural setting (mix of indoors and outdoors in all weather)
● Previous experience working with children in community or education program
● Love of plants and the natural world, and an excitement to inspire that love in others
● Demonstrated leadership or participation in team or group activities
● Classes in child development or other training related to working with children and families
● Strong organizational and communication skills.
● Ability to walk, bend, and lift 20 pounds, working indoors and outdoors
● Must successfully pass a background check
● Provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination or documentation requesting an exemption
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
● Experience teaching in outdoor education, informal education or classroom settings.
● College coursework and/or work experience related to horticulture, natural sciences, nutrition, agriculture,
youth development, youth education or related field.
● Bachelor’s degree in education, horticulture, natural sciences or related field
● Knowledge and excitement around popular camp themes: Minecraft, Harry Potter, spies, mad science etc, and willingness to play camp games, dress in costume, and get messy
WORK SCHEDULE:
Varied schedule available between 6/13/22 - 8/26/22
Hours: Negotiable 15-40 hours/week (may vary from week to week)
PAY RANGE: $15+/hr depending on experience
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
To apply, e-mail resume, cover letter, and references to: Day Camp Program Coordinator:
Malia Brandt- leck0012@umn.edu
MINNESOTA LANDSCAPE ARBORETUM Youth Education: JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Summer Day Camp Assistant
SUPERVISOR: Day Camp Program Coordinator
CLASSIFICATION: Temporary Casual
OVERVIEW:
Work with small groups of children (ages 5-14) creating a positive day camp experience and fun-filled nature-based adventures. Accompany campers on hikes, facilitate camp activities within the Arboretum. Assist lead instructor with set-up, clean-up and other preparations as needed.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Communicate with, and support the lead instructor in creating a positive day camp experience for every
camp participant.
● Enthusiastically help children explore camp content, make friends, and have fun.
● Manage behavior issues, paying attention to the social and emotional safety of each child.
● Maintain a safe and fun learning environment for campers, following safety procedures in emergencies.
● Communicate positively and appropriately with parents/adults/volunteers.
● Set-up, clean-up and preparation of materials as directed.
● Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
● Enthusiasm for working with kids with patience & a sense of humor
● The desire to work in a natural setting (mix of indoors and outdoors in all weather)
● Previous experience working with children in community or education program
● Love of plants and the natural world, and an excitement to inspire that love in others
● Demonstrated leadership or participation in team or group activities
● Classes in child development or other training related to working with children and families
● Strong organizational and communication skills.
● Ability to walk, bend, and lift 20 pounds, working indoors and outdoors
● Must successfully pass a background check
● Provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination or documentation requesting an exemption
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
● Experience teaching in outdoor education, informal education or classroom settings.
● College coursework and/or work experience related to horticulture, natural sciences, nutrition, agriculture,
youth development, youth education or related field.
● Bachelor’s degree in education, horticulture, natural sciences or related field
● Knowledge and excitement around popular camp themes: Minecraft, Harry Potter, spies, mad science etc, and willingness to play camp games, dress in costume, and get messy
WORK SCHEDULE:
Varied schedule available between 6/13/22 - 8/26/22
Hours: Negotiable 15-40 hours/week (may vary from week to week)
PAY RANGE: $15+/hr depending on experience
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
To apply, e-mail resume, cover letter, and references to: Day Camp Program Coordinator:
Malia Brandt- leck0012@umn.edu