Individual Placement - Education and Outreach Participant
About The Position
Gateway Arch National Park is seeking an SCA member to assist with presenting and facilitating activity-based, summer education programs at the park and partner sites in the greater St. Louis, MO area. Work includes assisting interpretative rangers and education specialists in offering 5-14 year olds outdoor summer camp activities to foster awareness and stewardship of park resources. Camp activities include, but are not limited to, hiking, fishing, canoeing, museum exploration, arts & crafts, and archery. The intern will receive training and mentoring before, during and after five week-long sessions in partnership with the Gateway Region YMCA and camp sessions in partnership with a local school district.
Requirements
- Interest in working outdoors
- Willingness to work with children 5-14 years old
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with students 5-14 years old in an outdoor setting.
Responsibilities
- participate in and help to facilitate team-building activities that will enhance social and leadership skills in camp participants
- activities related to Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) that will improve understanding of the environment
- help students learn more about and participate in the Junior Ranger program
Benefits
- First Aid/CPR
- Interpretive Skills
- Wilderness First Aid Training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
