The Carkeek Park Environmental Learning Center is recruiting for an enthusiastic and engaging Summer Nature Day Camp Environmental Educators to join their team this summer. 

This popular park offers extraordinary views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. Explore the secrets of this northwest Seattle watershed, nine miles from downtown. Here 220 acres of lush forest, meadows, wetlands, creeks, and beach are formed by the magic of water and time.

Carkeek Park runs a popular summer nature day camp, with weekly themes such as Eyes to the Sky, Wet and Squiggly Tidepool Wonder, Furs Tails Tracks and Trails, Tidepools- Window to Puget Sound, Survivor’s Island, Buggin’ Out, Carkeek’s Incredible Time Machine, and Survivor Island. 

Summer Day Camp Schedule:

• June 27, 2017 – August 25, 2017
• Monday – Friday, 35-40 hours per week 
• Available shifts will be 7 to 8 hours per day between 8:00am - 5:00 pm (subject to change based on business need)
• Mandatory pre-camp training will be offered in June

Basic Duties: 

• Guiding children ages 6-12 in hands-on, environmental education activities
• Working closely with the Environmental Education team to plan and implement programs and activities
• Guide 8-10 children, ages 6-12, by yourself as they explore all areas of the park
• Regularly team teach with 1-2 other staff members and direct games and activities (including songs and art projects) for 20-30 campers
• Serve as a positive role model for campers and use positive behavior guidance strategies
• Maintain a safe, friendly and fun learning environment 
• Work outdoors and keep high energy and engagement while exploring Carkeek Park for long periods of time
• Supervise, evaluate, and act as a positive role model for the Jr. Naturalist volunteers, ages 13-16
• Be flexible, flexible, flexible

Requirements: 

• At least 1 year experience working with children, preferably in an outdoor setting
• One year of college level education, preferably with course work in the natural sciences and/or education
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Valid WA driver’s license and First Aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain 
• Commitment to work full summer program 
• Smiling team player
• Must pass criminal background check
• Must provide proof of eligibility to work in the US and valid government issued ID
• Must sign up for direct deposit with either checking or savings account or Payroll Paycard

Desired Skills/Abilities: 

• Experience working with a diversity of youth
• Knowledge of Pacific Northwest plants, animals, and ecosystems
• Knowledge of child development and teaching methods
• Ability to develop creative lesson plans
• Experience in visual and creative arts
• Enthusiasm and energy!

This is a summer only, non-benefited position.