Camp STEM or Nature Specialist (Summer Seasonal)

Boulder, CO; August (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community organization as a Nature and STEM Specialist, where you'll inspire young minds through engaging programming. This role involves leading educational activities, developing innovative lessons, and ensuring a safe and supportive environment for campers. With a focus on nature and science, you'll have the opportunity to create lasting memories for children aged 4-12. If you are passionate about education and eager to make a positive impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Enjoy a collaborative work atmosphere while contributing to the growth and development of future scientists and environmental stewards.

Benefits

403b retirement plan with company match

Sick leave

In-person training

Qualifications

• Must be over 18 and able to work with children aged 4-12.
• Background in STEM or nature-based education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead educator for Nature and STEM instruction at Cherryvale Day Camp.
• Develop age-appropriate activities and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

STEM education

Nature programming

Creative thinking

Flexibility

Empathy

Education

Experience working with children

Background in nature-based programming

Job description

Description

Do you enjoy mentoring curious young minds of all backgrounds about science, the environment, and how things work? Are you inspired to create positive change in our community? Do you enjoy working in a collaborative and supportive environment for a values-driven organization that cares deeply for its employees? If so, the Boulder JCC might be the place for you.

If you like working with kids, our dynamic and community-centered organization is looking to add an energetic, conscientious, and resourceful Nature and STEM Specialist to join our team. The Nature and STEM Specialist is responsible for creating and implementing programming for our Jr. Scientist and Eco Adventures Camps along with Nature and Science programming that will be used in Cherryvale Day Camp.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as lead educator for Nature and/or STEM instruction for the Cherryvale Day Camp Program.
• Develop and document diverse, age appropriate activities for each group.
• Potential to create and lead 2, two-week specialty camps, Jr. Scientist Camp and EcoAdventures.
• Enthusiastically participate in all camp programs and activities.
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment for campers, abiding by all camp rules and policies. Assist any camper with empathy and patience.
• Assist in camp groups when staff support is needed.
• Interface with the leadership team (Assistant Camp Director, Program Coordinator, Camp Director, Camper Care Specialist, Kindergarten Camper Care Specialist) as needed.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• This role is in-person, seasonal, and full time during the camp season, May 19 - August 8, 2025.
• Camp is operated outdoors unless weather prohibits it. Working conditions include spending full days under the sun in all temperatures.
• We have two weeks of in-person training before the camp season begins.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be over the age of 18.
• Staff members will be required to uphold all current health and safety protocols as listed in the link below. Policies are subject to change.
• Background in STEM and/or nature-based programming or education.
• Experience or willingness to work with young children (ages 4 – 12).
• Proven outdoor, nature, and science skills.
• Ability to think and act creatively, be flexible, demonstrate pride in work, and care about the individuals they serve.

While performing regular duties, you will be required to sit, stand, reach, walk, or kneel, and to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While this role is primarily seasonal, from May - August, there is opportunity for a limited number of staff to extend beyond seasonal capacity.

COMPENSATION

This is a non-exempt hourly position with a salary range of $16.50-18.50/hour commensurate with experience. This is a 40-hour a week position May-August. The benefits for seasonal and temporary employees currently include a 403b retirement plan with generous company match and sick leave.

The anticipated closing of this position is May 23, 2025.

APPLY NOW

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Boulder Jewish Community Center, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about these roles but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification noted above, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other positions.

If you have any questions, please contact Jordan Etter at [e-mail] or call 303-998-1900.