Summer Camp Programs Lead & Staff Trainer

The Pennsylvania State University; South Carolina; On-site; USD 21,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a seasonal assistant director of Shaver’s Creek summer camp programs. The role involves facilitating staff training, creating program materials, assisting with logistics, developing programs, teaching if needed, and fostering a positive, outdoor-focused atmosphere.

During May–August, work on-site at Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center with hours roughly 7:45 a.m.

Qualifications

• Prior camp and outdoor environmental education teaching experience.
• Prior program administration experience preferred.
• Abiding by requirements to keep everyone safe (eye shot/ear shot around minors).
• Physically able to work outdoors long hours in various weather and rough terrain.

Responsibilities

• Lead training sessions.
• Gather materials for training sessions.
• Assist with camper sign-in and sign-out.
• Assist in running AM and PM camp community circle.
• Assist with daily teaching observation and provide feedback to staff.

Skills

Outdoor education

Program administration

Safety compliance

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a seasonal assistant director of Shaver’s Creek summer camp programs. The role involves facilitating staff training, creating program materials, assisting with logistics, developing programs, teaching if needed, and fostering a positive, outdoor-focused atmosphere.

During May–August, work on-site at Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center with hours roughly 7:45 a.m.