Nature Adventures Camp Instructor

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History and Sea Center•Santa Barbara, CA

5d•$21•Hybrid

About The Position

The Camp Instructor will work with the Nature Adventures Manager and other lead and assistant instructors in science programs for children ages 4-12 at the Museum. The mission of the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History is to inspire a thirst for discovery and a passion for the natural world.

Requirements

Experience in leading classroom based, informal educational programs, or related work.
Strong organizational and leadership skills.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
Ability to work unsupervised.
Self-motivated and creative.
Dependable, reliable.

Nice To Haves

First Aid certified

Responsibilities

Work with Nature Adventures Manager, Nature Adventures Coordinator, and other instructors.
Interface with parents during check-in and checkout periods.
Be prepared for camp by reading the curricula and prepping pertinent supplies.
Teach and facilitate camp activities ranging in a variety of natural history and science-based subjects.
Breakdown and organize supplies at the close of each camp day.
Work with Teen Programs participants (Quasars to Sea Stars and/or Counselors-in-Training--youth personnel ages 13-17) to help support camps. Provide feedback and recommendations on teen personnel involvement to Nature Adventures Manager and/or Coordinator.
Maintain appropriate control of class during sessions.
Supervise the assistant instructors during sessions.
Supervise, manage, and teach group activities.
Contributes to a positive guest experience by greeting and addressing any questions when encountering guests as they navigate through the Museum and Sea Center.
Supports the Museum’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion for fellow staff, guests and the community.
Other duties as needed.