The Outdoor Education Program is a day/residential
experiential education curriculum that serves
youth and adults
through adventure-based activities.
For more
information about the Outdoor Education Position
Contact
Audrey Preston
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| Available
Positions: |
Outdoor Education Instructor
(Reports to Outdoor
Education Director) |
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Qualifications:
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| Background in
outdoor/environmental education, recreation. Comfortable in the
rustic, outdoor setting. Experience working and relating well with
children/adults in the outdoors. BS degree in Education,
Environmental Education, Outdoor Education, Recreational Education,
or Outdoor Recreation. Motivated, team-oriented and committed to the
concept of environmental education and awareness. Display the
following personal traits: enthusiasm, reliability, trustworthiness,
sense of humor, patience, professionalism, and flexibility. |
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Specific Responsibilities:
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| Teach any of the variety of
hands-on programs offered by the department. Creation and
implementation of new course ideas. Check and maintain all equipment
for safety and repair needs. Report/deliver to Maintenance
Department any unsafe or un-repaired equipment. Involvement in the
assessment of each week's program and scheduling. Attend weekly
staff meetings. On an assigned basis, be available for
kitchen/dining hall duty and evening duty. Responsible for
maintaining "The Shrine" in a fully equipped, neat and clean manner.
Daily set-up and closing of all program areas as used. Follow all
standards/policies of South Mountain YMCA. Any other duties as
assigned. |
| NOTE: The possibility to combine Outdoor Education
and Summer Camp employment exists, thus offering 9 months of
continuous employment. Both employment applications have the option
of applying to both program |
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