| Summer Day Camp Assistant |
| Job Type |
|
| Organization |
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum |
| Job Description |
Summer Day Camp Assistant
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 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 snacks as directed.
- Offer feedback for improvement
- 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
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Teaching experience in classroom and/or outdoor settings
- College coursework and/or work experience related to horticulture, natural sciences, nutrition, agriculture, youth development, youth education or related field.
- Experience teaching in outdoor education or informal education settings.
- Bachelor’s degree in education, horticulture, natural sciences or related field
WORK SCHEDULE:
Varied schedule available between 6/14 - 8/19
Hours: 15-40 hours/week (will vary from week to week)
PAY RANGE: $13/hr
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
To apply, e-mail resume, cover letter, and references to: Day Camp Program Coordinator:
Malia Brandt- leck0012@umn.edu
|
| Location |
Chaska, MN |
| Expires |
2021-05-31 |
| Link |
https://arb.umn.edu/ |
| MAEE Partner |
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum |
Summer Day Camp Assistant
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
Location: Chaska, MN
Expires: 2021-05-31
Job Description:
Summer Day Camp Assistant
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 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 snacks as directed.
- Offer feedback for improvement
- 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
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Teaching experience in classroom and/or outdoor settings
- College coursework and/or work experience related to horticulture, natural sciences, nutrition, agriculture, youth development, youth education or related field.
- Experience teaching in outdoor education or informal education settings.
- Bachelor’s degree in education, horticulture, natural sciences or related field
WORK SCHEDULE:
Varied schedule available between 6/14 - 8/19
Hours: 15-40 hours/week (will vary from week to week)
PAY RANGE: $13/hr
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: April 16, 2021 by MAEE Administration
Category: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
Summer Day Camp Assistant
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:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
WORK SCHEDULE:
Varied schedule available between 6/14 - 8/19
Hours: 15-40 hours/week (will vary from week to week)
PAY RANGE: $13/hr
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
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:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
WORK SCHEDULE:
Varied schedule available between 6/14 - 8/19
Hours: 15-40 hours/week (will vary from week to week)
PAY RANGE: $13/hr
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
To apply, e-mail resume, cover letter, and references to: Day Camp Program Coordinator:
Malia Brandt- leck0012@umn.edu