Outdoor Instructor

Camp Habitat is a nature education and ecology camp for kids located at Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge on College Road in Fairbanks.

Instructors are responsible for the lesson planning (curriculum provided), leadership, and supervision for one group of 10-12 children per week. Groups range in age from 4 - 5 (pre-school) and 6 - 11 years old (day camp). Instructors develop, organize and implement developmentally appropriate, fun, and educational activities to facilitate children’s exploration and discovery of nature.

Other Responsibilities

• Participate in staff training sessions, and become familiar with Creamer’s Field Refuge
• Work as a team to communicate well with the Director, fellow staff and volunteers
• Prepare lessons based on the Camp Habitat curriculum
• Attend and participate in staff meetings
• Plan all camp sessions and assist with everyday logistics
• Supervise Junior Counselors and volunteers
• Assure a safe physical & psychologically supportive environment for all children
• Participate in overnight campouts with Water Striders & Refuge Adventurers
• Other duties as assigned by the Director

Qualifications Desired

• Sincere enjoyment and respect for children and nature
• Experience teaching and/or working with children
• Strong ability to plan ahead and facilitate a week’s activities
• General knowledge of ecological processes, Alaskan flora and fauna, basic outdoor skills, and sound environmental practices
• Flexibility, enthusiasm, and the desire and ability to make environmental education a fun, experiential journey of discovery
• Ability to deal effectively and patiently with discipline
• First Aid, CPR, and a valid driver’s license
• Must pass a State background check upon hire.

Dates

June 5-8 (10AM – 4:30PM)………………………….Training/Planning Days

June 12-16 (8:30AM - 4:30PM)….……………….…....Pre-school Camps (ages 4-5)

June 20-23 (10AM – 4:30PM)….……………….…...Training/Planning Days

***NOTE: OFF July 3rd – July 7th***

July 10 - 14 (8:30AM - 4:30PM).......…........................Day Camp (ages 6-11)

July 17 - 21 (8:30AM - 4:30PM).......…......................Day Camp (ages 6-11)

July 25 - 27 (2:00PM – 6PM)…….….…….….........Clean-Up/De-Brief Days*

Pay for new Instructors

$17/hr
* Instructors will receive a $1.00/hr pay raise for each year they return.

To Apply please give us a call, as well as please submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references (w/ phone number and email) by email or in person at the farmhouse at Creamer's Field.

Camp Habitat Director Jesi Lobato: (907) 888 - 7304

camphabitat@friendsofcreamersfield.org

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $18