Seasonal Summer Camp Instructor

Arizona Humane Society•Phoenix, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Humane Society is looking for a dedicated and motivated Summer Camp Instructor to champion AHS's core values of Innovation, Compassion, and Excellence. This role involves providing a variety of unique learning opportunities during an intensive eight-week youth Summer Camp program. Instructors will act as an AHS ambassador, guiding youth ages 5-17 through various weeklong day camp program modules. The position is responsible for the safety, well-being, and engagement of AHS Summer Camp children through the facilitation of interpretive education programs. Instructors must be comfortable working independently, in small group settings, and as part of a larger team to implement classroom curriculum, and must handle and present live animals, including snakes and invertebrates. All Summer Camp Instructors will work cooperatively with volunteer Junior Camp Counselors and other departments to create a successful summer camp experience. The Arizona Humane Society is named "Best Nonprofit" and "Best Place to Volunteer" by its community, offering a friendly, professional work environment with a culture that promotes innovation, compassion and excellence.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED required.
Ability to obtain a fingerprint clearance card.
One or more years of combined experience working with children in a formal education, natural science, or environmental education setting.
One or more years of customer service experience required.
Experience presenting thematically based interpretive programs or classes to audience of all ages.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with high energy and creative problem-solving skills.
Ability to use positive techniques to manage disruptions among youth.
Capacity to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with animal care and proper handling techniques.
Flexibility in dealing with program delivery and changes in deadlines and operation protocol.
Access to reliable transportation and the ability to work a flexible schedule.
Possess general knowledge of animals, both domestic and wild, and a strong desire to increase knowledge in these areas.

Responsibilities

Provide a variety of unique learning opportunities during an intensive eight-week youth Summer Camp program.
Assume the role of AHS ambassador as you guide youth ages 5-17 through a variety of weeklong day camp program modules.
Ensure the safety, well-being, and engagement of AHS Summer Camp children through facilitation of interpretive education programs.
Work independently, in small group settings, and as part of a larger team to implement classroom curriculum.
Handle and present live animals, including snakes and invertebrates.
Work cooperatively with volunteer Junior Camp Counselors, and other departments to create a successful summer camp experience.
Provide high quality group management, supervision, behavior management, and create a safe and welcoming social and learning environment for youth ages 5-17.
Maintain a high-energy level and retain an enthusiastic approach to providing experiences for children while facilitating a repetitive curriculum.
Effectively execute summer camp inquiry-based curriculum for children including daily transitional activities like song and games, and reflection activities to ensure processing of curriculum content.
Facilitate scheduled mission-driven programs using a variety of animals, technology, and art media.
Effectively draw and retain students through enthusiastic teaching, skills, and patience.
Adhere to teaching standards and safety regulations as established by AHS and the Education and Outreach department.
Prepare daily activities and set up teaching spaces, including classrooms, labs, and lunch spaces.
Assist with cleaning and maintenance of all education animal enclosures and equipment.
Perform other duties as required.