Nature Day Camp Counselor - Part Time

Centerville-Washington Park DistrictCenterville, OH
19d$14

About The Position

Nature Day Camp (NDC) is a fun day camp program for children ages 3-12 to attend at either Bill Yeck Park or Grant Nature Park. Staff will plan and lead a variety of recreation activities, sports, games, and crafts for children who will be split up by age. Each week will be planned around a different theme. Our goal is to make amazing lifelong camp memories for all campers.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 16 to apply.
  • Must have reliable transportation and also have proven leadership and/or supervisory experience.
  • Must have a strong interest and/or knowledge in early childhood education, environmental education, and/or working with children.
  • Must be insurable by Park District insurance to operate vehicles.
  • Proven experience working with children ages 3-12 years old.
  • Skills in organization and communication.
  • Reliable transportation.
  • A strong interest and/or knowledge in early childhood education, environmental education, and/or working with children.
  • Availability and ability to commit to working Monday –Friday during summer camp hours for the entire summer.
  • Staff must be able and prepared to work much of the shift outdoors.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain accurate program attendance and camper health records.
  • Submit bi-weekly camp activities planned for your camp group.
  • Based on weekly environmental education themes plan and implement hikes, activities, games and crafts to meet the needs and interests of the campers.
  • Demonstrate, lead and teach nature activities to campers daily.
  • Supervise a weekly group of 10-14 children, ages ranging 3-12.
  • Teach a sense of care for the natural environment through proper actions, activities and games.
  • Serve as a public relations liaison with the community.
  • Maintain an atmosphere of cooperation and camaraderie between campers and staff.
  • Attend all staff training sessions including CPR and First Aid Certification.
  • Ensure the safety of all campers by maintaining a safe, clean and controlled environment.
  • Enforce and follow all park rules and regulations.
  • Be responsible for all park equipment issued to you.
  • Perform basic first aid as necessary.
  • Other duties as assigned.
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