Outdoor Education Intern

MAEOE; Worton (MD); On-site; USD 11,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room and board provided

Access to school facilities

Weekly stipend included

Job summary

Echo Hill Outdoor School provides residential learning experiences to introduce children to the outdoors and foster respect for themselves, others, and the environment. Programs cover ecology, swamp ecology, outdoor skills, and history, typically for 3rd–9th grade from various schools.

Responsibilities include co-teaching, curriculum development, overnight duty, student supervision, and supporting special events.

Qualifications

• Experience working with and relating to children and people of all ages is beneficial.
• Motivated, energetic individuals with creativity and commitment to the outdoors are sought.
• Individuals pursuing careers in education, recreation, or related fields are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist and/or co-teach instructional courses with experienced staff.
• Create and implement new curriculum ideas.
• Overnight tent or dormitory duty for groups and supervision of students.
• Assist with special programs and events.

Job description

Echo Hill Outdoor School provides residential learning experiences designed to introduce and acclimate children to the outdoors and foster respect for and awareness of themselves, each other and their environment. Course areas include: Ecology of the Chesapeake Bay conducted on historic work boats, Swamp Ecology including Swamp Canoe and Swamp Walks; Group and Individual Development on our low and high element challenge course; Outdoor Skills in classes like Orienteering and Survival; and History and the Human Environment with classes such as Early American Studies and the “Mystery Tour”, an exploration of the cultural and historical landscape of Kent County.

The program is flexible so as to meet the needs of a wide range of students, typically 3rd through 9th grade, from both public and private schools as well as college students and adults of all ages.

Responsibilities include: assisting and/or co-teaching instructional courses with experienced staff, creation and implementation of new curriculum ideas, overnight tent or dormitory duty for groups, supervision of students, and assisting with special programs and events.

Qualifications: Individuals pursuing careers in the areas of education, recreation, and other related work are encouraged to apply. Experience working with and relating to children and people of all ages is extremely beneficial. We are seeking motivated, energetic individuals with creativity, commitment and a passion for the outdoors.

Benefits: Full room and board is a condition of this residential position. A weekly stipend (typically ranges from $250-$300) is included along with use of the school’s natural setting and facilities during personal time.

Deadline: Applications are welcome year-round. Primary starting dates are in March, June and late August.

[e-mail]

Echo Hill Outdoor School

13655 Bloomingneck Road

Worton, Maryland 21678

(410)-348-5880

www.ehos.org