SUMMER - Naturalist - Tiedemann Park

City of Charleston

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About The Position

This role will be responsible for leading the Nuts About Nature Summer Camp, located at the Tiedemann Park Environmental Education Center. Examples of Duties: Assists with all aspects of the Nuts About Nature Summer Camp. Develops, plans, and leads various activities, games, and lesson plans for predetermined environmental and nature-related weekly topics. Communicates and interacts effectively with both kids and adults. Manages opening and closing responsibilities, including maintaining a key to the facility and building alarm code. Provides a safe and welcoming environment. Cares for resident education animals. Works and coordinates with other camp staff. Maintains punctuality.

Requirements

• Must have a flexible work schedule that may include early mornings, late afternoons and weekends, depending on programs scheduled on any given week
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and 3 – 6 months of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Is fully available for all weeks (Monday through Friday) in June and July, with the exception of June 30th to July 4th.
• Primary daily work times will be 8:00am – 1:00pm

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree, or pursuit thereof, in biology, ecology, marine sciences, education or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Assists with all aspects of the Nuts About Nature Summer Camp.
• Develops, plans, and leads various activities, games, and lesson plans for predetermined environmental and nature-related weekly topics.
• Communicates and interacts effectively with both kids and adults.
• Manages opening and closing responsibilities, including maintaining a key to the facility and building alarm code.
• Provides a safe and welcoming environment.
• Cares for resident education animals.
• Works and coordinates with other camp staff.
• Maintains punctuality.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED