Camp Educator at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden – Belmont, North Carolina

Accountability: Camp Educators report to the Education Manager

Job Classification: Seasonal, part-time, hourly, non-exempt

Season: May-July

Hiring Timeline: Applications will be reviewed in March-April.

About: Daniel Stowe Conservancy (Stowe) inspires a love of nature and its beauty through unforgettable outdoor experiences. The nearly 400 acres of Stowe provides visitors with a chance to reconnect with nature in all seasons. The property welcomes guests to spectacular gardens, a conservatory dedicated to the display of tropical plants and orchids, sparkling fountains, nearly 8 miles of trails and a dog park.

The Educators are responsible for the implementation of Daniel Stowe Conservancy Summer camp programs under the supervision of the Education Manager. In this role, the Educator will assist with material and curriculum development, preparations, and execution, group management, and assessment for adult and youth programs including, but not limited to camps. An ideal candidate will be self-motivated, have good interpersonal skills, eagerness to learn, and the ability to work both inside and outside from May through July or later.

Responsibilities:

· Understands the importance of each guest to Stowe and drives excellence to ensure an optimal experience in every way.

· Proudly serves the local community, engaging with the guests through positive experiences.

· Supports Education Manager to improve program curriculum.

· Organizes program materials.

· Responsible for program logistics from set-up to breakdown.

· Acts as the lead or support educator during Stowe facilitated programs.

· Maintains a safe and enjoyable environment for participants.

· Provides resources for additional program staff.

· Teaches using an experiential learning style with participants.

· Possible educational programs include day programs, camps, field trips, and special event programming.

· Exemplifies Stowe’s Mission Statement and supports staff, departments and leadership in pursuing and achieving goals.

· Performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our values.

Experience & Education:

· Bachelor’s degree or pursuing a degree in environmental science, Environmental Studies, Outdoor Education, Biology, Ecology, Geology, Geography, Education, or related field preferred.

· 2+ years preferred demonstrated experience preferred in environmental education, teaching, or other education programming, for example licensed teachers, informal educators, camp counselors.

· NC Environmental Educator certification preferred.

· Have a current First Aid/CPR certification or complete the course prior to June 1.

· Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively, creatively, and effectively with people of all ethnic, socioeconomic, lifestyle, and cultural backgrounds.

· Detail-oriented; consistently produces high-quality work without direct supervision.

· Excellent organizational and time management skills.

· Comfortable multi-tasking and working in a team environment.

Daniel Stowe Conservancy Core Values:

· We are a team of passionate individuals who support each other with respect and empathy.

· We are a collaborative workplace where all voices are valued through intentional communication.

· We are committed to growth through learning, creativity, and innovation.

· We are responsible stewards of our natural, human, and financial resources.

Daniel Stowe Conservancy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.

Salary Description

$15 per hour, part-time, seasonal, hourly, non-exempt

· Exhibits a passion for the mission of Daniel Stowe Conservancy.

· Successfully pass a standard background review.

· At least 21 years of age.

· Must possess a valid driver’s license.

· Enthusiastic, energetic, and inviting.

· Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with a diverse audience.

· Ability to work in a team yet also independently.

· Must be willing to serve all guests equally regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity and/or sexual orientation.

· Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Perform the physical requirements of programs at the most rigorous level.

· May experience exposure to extended periods of sun, rain, cold temperatures, wind, water and potentially uneven terrain that may contain trip hazards.

· Must be able to hear distress noises and hear and see distress signals in a variety of environments, always keeping safety in mind at all times.

· Must be able to sit, stand, walk, grab, pull and push objects, squat down, stoop, kneel, crouch, and jump.

· Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.