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Nature Camp Instructor

Vermont Institute of Natural Science
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Nature Camp Instructor

Summary:     VINS Nature Camp helps young people develop the life skills necessary to be a positive force for their community and the environment in a fun and exciting summer adventure. Nature Camp Instructors assist in leading and teaching natural science topics to children ages 4 – 13 in our outdoor camp environment.

Purpose:        To help children thrive in VINS Nature Camp programs

Reports to:   Director, Nature Camp and Adult Education

 

Responsibilities:

  • Provide direct leadership for up to 14 campers throughout weekly day camp sessions at the VINS Nature Center and offsite camp locations
  • Assist in overseeing camper safety and creating an emotionally healthy camp environment
  • Work with Lead Nature Camp Instructor to plan and teach educational programs related to the natural sciences for varied age groups
  • Facilitate a wide range of activities including group games, outdoor sports, adventure scenarios, leadership skills, crafts, naturehikes, and other hands-on activities
  • Assist Lead Nature Camp Instructor in overseeing all aspects of assigned camp groups including but not limited to planning weekly curricula, managing camper behavior, and maintaining teaching supplies
  • Support and mentor Leaders-in-Training (L-I-Ts)
  • Understand and be able to implement emergency procedures and approved safety practices
  • Develop and maintainexcellent communication with the Director of Nature Camp, Nature Camp Coordinator, co-instructors, VINS staff and volunteers, and camper parents/guardians

Requirements and Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 18 years old or be 17 years old and have successfully completed at least one summer of volunteer work with VINS Nature Camp’s Leader-In-Training program.
  • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.  Currently working towards a degree in education, natural sciences, or related field of study, a plus
  • Previouswork experience with children in summer camp or other educational settings, preferred
  • Flexibility and willingnessto adapt to and facilitate change
  • Excellent groupcommunication skills
  • Ability to work wellindependently and as part of a team
  • Ability to carry bulky, heavy teaching equipment (up to 40 lbs.)
  • Ability to lead groups over diverse terrain in all weather conditions 
  • Current First Aid and CPR certification or willing to obtain
  • Lifeguard certification may be required or willing to obtain

Compensation and Work Schedule:

  • Seasonal position from June 9, 2025, through August 22, 2025
  • Compensation: $16.50 per hour
  • Work schedule is Monday – Friday
  • Work week is 40 hours with the possibility of 1-2 part-time work weeks

To Apply:

Apply online at: https://vinsnaturecampstaff.campbrainstaff.com/

or

Send cover letter, resume, and three references to camps@vinsweb.org