Summer nature camp instructors are responsible for teaching and implementing the Quarry Hill curriculum and experiences for children ranging in age from 5 years old to teens in small group settings. They are also responsible for the development, growth, and skill achievement of the campers in his/her group, as well as their general safety. A summer camp instructor provides high-quality outdoor educational and recreational leadership and experiences for campers that focus on Quarry Hill’s mission of “Opening eyes and minds through natural science discovery”.
The 2022 Summer Nature Camp begins June 6th and ends on August 12th.
Camps run Monday through Friday, with morning and afternoon sessions.
There is no camp the week of July 4 – 8.
The normal workweek for full-time summer staff is 35 hours, Monday – Friday; 8:15 am - 3:45 pm
Pay is dependent on qualifications and experiences. Minimum hourly starts at $14/hr
Responsibilities
- Teach a variety of small group activities for campers as developed by Quarry Hill staff. Activities may include hiking, nature explorations, and lessons, crafts, games, canoeing, rock climbing, fishing, etc.
- Provide fun and educational experiences in the outdoors for all campers
- Complete other assigned operational tasks before and after camp such as cleaning and room preparation
- Identify and respond to camper behavioral issues; report concerns to appropriate staff
- Communicate with parents regarding camper’s experiences and daily activities
- Oversee and mentor a high school assistant each week and complete an evaluation of their work
- Know and understand all emergency procedures associated with the camp program
- Know, enforce and follow all safety guidelines as outlined by Quarry Hill Nature Center
Qualifications:
- Direct experience working with youth-related programming such as camps, sports, or other recreation-based youth activities.
- College course work in the natural sciences and/or education preferred
- First Aid certification or the ability to obtain certification upon hire
- Ability to maintain an upbeat & positive attitude all summer with campers and co-workers
- Ability to work as a member of a team and the ability to accomplish tasks with little direct supervision
- Strong organizational and communication skills
COVID Statement: Our camps adhere to MN Dept of Health COVID-19 Prevention Guidance for Youth Programs and Day and Overnight Camps.
The Friends of Quarry Hill Nature Center requires employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation.
Application Instructions Application deadline: until positions are filled; interviews begin the week of Feb. 7
Download and print the PDF version of the application from our website: http://www.qhnc.org/employment.html
Summer Nature Camp Instructor
Posted: February 1, 2022 by MAEE Administration
Category: Quarry Hill Nature Center
Summer nature camp instructors are responsible for teaching and implementing the Quarry Hill curriculum and experiences for children ranging in age from 5 years old to teens in small group settings. They are also responsible for the development, growth, and skill achievement of the campers in his/her group, as well as their general safety. A summer camp instructor provides high-quality outdoor educational and recreational leadership and experiences for campers that focus on Quarry Hill’s mission of “Opening eyes and minds through natural science discovery”.
The 2022 Summer Nature Camp begins June 6th and ends on August 12th.
Camps run Monday through Friday, with morning and afternoon sessions.
There is no camp the week of July 4 – 8.
The normal workweek for full-time summer staff is 35 hours, Monday – Friday; 8:15 am - 3:45 pm
Pay is dependent on qualifications and experiences. Minimum hourly starts at $14/hr
Responsibilities
Qualifications:
COVID Statement: Our camps adhere to MN Dept of Health COVID-19 Prevention Guidance for Youth Programs and Day and Overnight Camps.
The Friends of Quarry Hill Nature Center requires employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation.
Application Instructions Application deadline: until positions are filled; interviews begin the week of Feb. 7
Download and print the PDF version of the application from our website: http://www.qhnc.org/employment.html
Summer nature camp instructors are responsible for teaching and implementing the Quarry Hill curriculum and experiences for children ranging in age from 5 years old to teens in small group settings. They are also responsible for the development, growth, and skill achievement of the campers in his/her group, as well as their general safety. A summer camp instructor provides high-quality outdoor educational and recreational leadership and experiences for campers that focus on Quarry Hill’s mission of “Opening eyes and minds through natural science discovery”.
The 2022 Summer Nature Camp begins June 6th and ends on August 12th.
Camps run Monday through Friday, with morning and afternoon sessions.
There is no camp the week of July 4 – 8.
The normal workweek for full-time summer staff is 35 hours, Monday – Friday; 8:15 am - 3:45 pm
Pay is dependent on qualifications and experiences. Minimum hourly starts at $14/hr
Responsibilities
Qualifications:
COVID Statement: Our camps adhere to MN Dept of Health COVID-19 Prevention Guidance for Youth Programs and Day and Overnight Camps.
The Friends of Quarry Hill Nature Center requires employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation.
Application Instructions Application deadline: until positions are filled; interviews begin the week of Feb. 7
Download and print the PDF version of the application from our website: http://www.qhnc.org/employment.html