Environmental Education Program Specialist

Seeds of Peace Camp; Scarborough (ME); Vor Ort; USD 19.889 - 28.326; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A summer camp organization in Scarborough, Maine, is seeking an Environmental Education Instructor for Summer 2026. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and have a passion for teaching through nature-based activities for campers aged 4 to 14. Responsibilities include leading outdoor exploration games, guiding campers' curiosity about the natural world, and ensuring a safe and engaging experience. CPR/First Aid certification is required, but classes are offered before the camp season.

Qualifikationen

• Interest in environmental education and nature.
• Enjoy working outdoors and with children.
• Able to keep campers engaged in outdoor activities.

Aufgaben

• Lead games and activities related to wildlife and ecosystems.
• Guide campers in outdoor exploration and discovery.
• Create a safe and engaging environment for all campers.

Kenntnisse

Interest in nature and outdoor learning

Ability to lead groups

Patient and enthusiastic

Ausbildung

CPR/First Aid Certification

Jobbeschreibung

Camp Ketcha | Summer 2026 (June 15 – August 26)
Starting at $17.50/hr | Age 18+

Do you enjoy being outside and helping kids connect with nature? Are you curious about wildlife, ecosystems, and how the natural world works?

Camp Ketcha is hiring an Environmental Education Instructor to lead hands‑on, nature‑based activities for campers ages 4 to 14 on our 107‑acre campus in Scarborough.

What you’ll do:

• Lead games and activities that explore wildlife, habitats, and ecosystems
• Guide campers in outdoor exploration, observation, and discovery
• Help campers build curiosity, awareness, and respect for the natural world
• Adapt activities for different ages and group needs
• Create a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment
• This is not a classroom role. It is about getting kids outside, asking questions, and helping them learn through experience.

What we’re looking for:

• Interest in nature, environmental education, or outdoor learning
• Enjoys working with children and being outside in all weather
• Able to lead groups and keep campers engaged
• Patient, enthusiastic, and encouraging
• This is an active outdoor role where you will spend your days exploring, teaching, and helping campers build a connection to the natural world.

• Age 18+
• CPR/First Aid Certification Required - We offer low cost classes before the start of camp season