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Job Title: Summer Programs Instructor – Bainbridge Island Campus<\/p>\n
Department: Community Education<\/p>\n
Reports To: Community Education Manager\/Summer Programs Coordinator<\/p>\n
Classification: Full-time\/Seasonal, Hourly\/Non-exempt<\/p>\n
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday; 8:30a to 4:20p (5:00p on Fridays) 22 June thru 31 July 2021 (03-07 August week optional)<\/p>\n
Housing: Housing is available in the Graduate Cabins from 17 June through 01 August at a weekly rate of $75.00<\/p>\n
Pay Range: $17.00 to $17.50 per hour<\/p>\n
Benefit Package: This is not a benefitted position<\/p>\n
Overview: IslandWood Summer Camps on Bainbridge Campus invites children to discover a new way of seeing nature, themselves, and one another. In doing so, each person comes to understand their ability to change the world for the better. IslandWood operates traditional day camp programs for campers 4 years-old through those entering 9 th grade. Running from mid-June through mid-August, these experiences directly addressIslandWood\u2019s mission of inspiring lifelong learning and environmental and community stewardship.<\/p>\n
Position Summary: Summer Programs Instructors are responsible for leading educational programming using a curriculum guide that integrates science, technology, arts, teambuilding, and adventure learning. IslandWood\u2019s Summer Programs serve children entering kindergarten through 9th grade, and include mentoring an undergraduate Summer Programs Intern, and occasionally supervising a teen volunteer.<\/p>\n
Responsibilities:<\/p>\n
\u2022 Develop and teach week-long camp programs for children ages 4-15; including Summer Day Camp and Voices from the Field for students in 7 th and 8 th grade.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Abide by IslandWood\u2019s safety procedures and protocols as stated in your Summer Camp Instructor Handbook and ensure the safety of participants at all times.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Serve as a mentor to a Summer Programs Intern.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Participate and lead portions of staff training<\/p>\n
\u2022 Attend weekly debrief and prep meetings on Fridays (4:00-5:00 PM).<\/p>\n
\u2022 Demonstrate IslandWood’s core values that enable teams and individuals to succeed with shared respect and purpose.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Support IslandWood\u2019s strategic plan to expand our mission and impact, and commitment to mission, vision, values and goals of IslandWood.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Commitment to support IslandWood\u2019s work towards equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.<\/p>\n
Required Qualifications:<\/p>\n
\u2022 First Aid Certification & CPR required<\/p>\n
\u2022 At least two years\u2019 experience in teaching or environmental education<\/p>\n
\u2022 Ability to work as a collaborative and cooperative team member<\/p>\n
\u2022 Comfortable working with kids of diverse ages, backgrounds, and developmental stages<\/p>\n
\u2022 Strong work ethic, punctual, flexible, dependable, and responsible<\/p>\n
\u2022 Excellent interpersonal skills with staff, campers, and families<\/p>\n
\u2022 Skilled at spreading calm and responding to parent concerns<\/p>\n
\u2022 Must be at least 21 years old<\/p>\n
\u2022 Must be able to comply with and maintain a drug-free work environment<\/p>\n
\u2022 Must pass child safety screening procedure; post-offer<\/p>\n
Application Requirements:<\/p>\n
Please submit a cover letter, resume and two current references OR an Application for Employment<\/p>\n