Have fun this summer and work for an environmental organization by teaching youth in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. BookTrails is an exciting organization that offers unique early-education programs promoting environmental awareness taught through reading, writing, and art. We are seeking Assistant Directors to join our summer programming team for Reading on Ranches Camp.  Assistant Directors will gain experience in all sectors of the organization—administration and organization, camp logistics and planning, and most importantly, teaching environmental education in an outdoor setting.  They will work with the Director to facilitate camp lessons, scheduling, and supervise a team of interns.  Staff will also have the opportunity to spend a few weeks at our overnight camp location, as well as camping trips and rafting trips with the campers throughout Northern Colorado. An unforgettable experience is guaranteed, as well as an excellent spring-board towards your next career choice. Spend your summer exploring the beautiful Colorado wilderness while helping children have the nature experience of a lifetime.

Specific Duties:

  Act as second-in-command and complete director duties when director is not present
  Organize logistical aspects of the camp day.

Assist with paperwork and camp check-in/out.
Supervise our team of staff--manage responsibilities, scheduling, and communication.  
Create and lead activities for school-aged children, including curriculum development and planning for camp programming.
Provide one-on-one reading and writing help for students.
Help with transportation needs and planning special field trips around the area--logistical planning.

Qualifications: 

Experience working with children, ages 3-15, preferably in an outdoor setting
Experience managing employees or acting as a supervisor in a professional setting
Must be comfortable managing groups of children up to 5, in an outdoor setting
Must be a team player, problem solver, high energy, and FLEXIBLE
Strong knowledge of Colorado ecosystems 
Must have strong reading and writing skills and a passion for literature
Must possess strong organizational and communication skills
Must possess an undergraduate degree from an accredited university or college
Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive vans and trailers

Superior organizational and time management skills are crucial to excelling in this position. Individuals who are receptive to close-collaboration in a fast-paced environment and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously will be assets to the organization. Ideal candidates are dedicated individuals who seek to grow as professionals and develop supportive relationships with colleagues.     

Conditions: 

Must be able to reside in Steamboat Springs from June 1st-August 13th.  Housing not included.
Must be able to overnight camp at our site for 4 nights/week during some weeks.  
Must love the outdoors and be comfortable with overnight camping for multiple nights in a primitive campsite.  

Benefits: 

$5,000 salary for the period of June 1st-August 13th, 9 weeks of work at $555/week. Assistant Directors can make additional salary by starting earlier in the season to help prepare for the start of camp.  ADs work Monday-Friday, 8am-5:30pm and will include nights at our overnight sight.  No camp is held on weekends except preparations needed for camp on Monday.  ADs will spend some weeks (M-F) at our overnight site where room and board will be provided.  
Opportunity to continue with organization after summer
Discount at Off the Beaten Path Bookstore and access to other pro deals for gear
Invaluable learning experience in fields of natural ecology, local Colorado history, and early-childhood education, fun camping trips!
Excellent resume builder and references—opportunity to continue with organization.