Camp Assistant (Environmental Education Assistant)
About The Position
Atlanta is looking for a Camp Assistant to help with the facilitation of its Junior TreeKeeper Camp. This position is a great fit for applicants seeking a summer internship and is ideal for recent high school graduates (or equivalent), as well as first year college students who are looking for an entry-level position in the field of environmental education. Camp Assistants will be assigned to one of the age groups listed below for the summer session, and will be paired with 1-2 Camp Counselors who lead the camp group throughout the course of the camp day. Rising 1st Grade (10 campers per group - NON-biking group) Rising 2nd - 3rd Grade (20 campers per group - Biking Group) Rising 4th - 6th Grade (20 campers per group - Biking Group) The Camp Assistant will support the Camp Counselors with the following: Providing support leading lessons, activities, or games by managing camper attention, facilitating the preparing of materials and supplies, and redirecting the focus and attention of campers Taking the supportive role in a collaborative group atmosphere while working with Camp Counselors to problem-solve, troubleshoot, and communicate ideas regarding camp logistics, group dynamics, and behavior management Working collaboratively with the Camp Counselors to monitor the participation and safety of campers during group bike rides with up to 20 campers along the Atlanta Beltline (if placed in a biking group) or group walks (if placed in the non-biking group) Ensuring that campers are following the behavior/safety expectations setup by the Camp Counselors at the beginning of the week, and assisting with behavior management when needed In addition to assisting Camp Counselors with the camp group, The Camp Assistant will: Mentor a team of 2-4 Junior Interns (middle/high school-aged volunteers) by delegating tasks, modeling behavior, and being a main point of contact) Taking photos of camp activities for Trees Atlanta marketing staff to share on social media
Requirements
- Minimum education: High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Desire to work with young students in rising grade levels 1-6 with an environmental education focus; experience working with this age group preferred
- Ability to ride a bike / Bike maintenance skills are helpful; two camp groups will be riding bikes throughout the day, and one will be a non-biking group
- Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively in a team environment, including the Camp Lead, Camp Counselors, and Junior Interns
- Have a positive attitude, especially in an active outdoor environment
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Be self-motivated and enthusiastic.
- Must be capable of being very active outdoors in various weather conditions with exposure to summer sun, heat, inclement weather, and natural wildlife habitats, including animals and/or insects for extended periods of time.
- Must be a confident and safe bike rider able to ride several miles each day of camp.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. repetitively.
Responsibilities
- Providing support leading lessons, activities, or games by managing camper attention, facilitating the preparing of materials and supplies, and redirecting the focus and attention of campers
- Taking the supportive role in a collaborative group atmosphere while working with Camp Counselors to problem-solve, troubleshoot, and communicate ideas regarding camp logistics, group dynamics, and behavior management
- Working collaboratively with the Camp Counselors to monitor the participation and safety of campers during group bike rides with up to 20 campers along the Atlanta Beltline (if placed in a biking group) or group walks (if placed in the non-biking group)
- Ensuring that campers are following the behavior/safety expectations setup by the Camp Counselors at the beginning of the week, and assisting with behavior management when needed
- Mentor a team of 2-4 Junior Interns (middle/high school-aged volunteers) by delegating tasks, modeling behavior, and being a main point of contact
- Taking photos of camp activities for Trees Atlanta marketing staff to share on social media
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
