- Assists the outdoor education program team with development, preparation and facilitation of outdoor education programs and events;
- Engages groups in an effective way that demonstrates positive group management;
- Communicates with staff, teachers, students, and parents in a professional manner;
- Gathers and prepares materials and equipment for classes;
- Sets up and takes down designated spaces;
- Provides group management during lessons for camps and programs;
- Teaches skills and concepts to individuals with varying comfort levels and previous experience;
- Maintains a safe and supportive learning environment;
- Maintains a positive relationship with park partners;
- Performs other job-related tasks as required.
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Canoeing
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Orienteering
- Archery
- Nature
- Leadership & Teambuilding
- Ropes Course
- Fishing
- Survival Shelters
- Outdoor Cooking
- Fire building
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outdoor education instructor - Cary, United States - Town of Cary
Description
Salary: $ $19.51 HourlyLocation : Cary, NC
Job Type: Temporary, Part-Time
Job Number:
Department: Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources
Division: Recreation Programs
Opening Date: 03/21/2024
Closing Date: 5/19/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Description
Do you have a passion for outdoor recreation and a knack for teaching others? Join Cary's Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources team as an Outdoor Education Instructor to share your enthusiasm for the outdoors with the wider community Ideal candidates have leadership experience working with youth in outdoor settings, can lead a variety of technical outdoor skills, and share our passion for experiential education.
This is a part-time, non-benefited, year-round position, working up to 20 hours per week, with a maximum of 999 hours per year.
Typical Tasks
Knowledge to teach some or all of the following: leadership development, teambuilding, ropes course, kayaking, canoeing, sailing, environmental education, nature activities, hiking, orienteering, archery, fishing, spear throwing, fire building, and survival skills; knowledge of outdoor education; knowledge of equipment and supplies required for content areas; general knowledge of computers and related software; strong communication and interpersonal skills; organizational skills; skill in the operation of common office equipment; ability to work in a dynamic environment; group management skills to engage all participants; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; ability to exercise judgment in controlling the activities, behavior, and safety of participants; ability to collaborate with other team members.
Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
Requires at least one year or one summer season working as an instructor, guide, educator, or counselor in an outdoor education, camp, or nature center program. Two or more years preferred.
Prefers a combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in recreation management, experiential education, environmental education, elementary/middle/high school education, or closely related field.
Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal check, education verification and credit history review) prior to employment.
Cary ensures equal employment opportunities (EEO) are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.
Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern Employees
Cary employs temporary and seasonal employees and interns who generally are scheduled to work on a short-term basis. Employees hired as a temporary or seasonal employee, or as an intern, are not eligible for the Town of Cary's full-time employee benefits package.
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Do you have experience working as an instructor, guide, educator, or counselor in an outdoor education, camp, or nature center program for at least one season?
Do you have a combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in recreation management, experiential education, environmental education, elementary/middle/high school education, or closely related field? If "yes", this must be reflected in your education and work history.
Please indicate which of the following activities you are able to instruct (select all that apply).
Please describe your experience in teaching youth outdoor education skills. Please include details such as: where this experience was obtained, ages taught, how long you taught, etc. If you do not have this experience, enter, "N/A".
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Please list outdoor industry certifications that you hold. If you do not have certifications, enter, "N/A".
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What interests you most about this position?
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