Seasonal Director - Nature Job at YMCA of the Pines, Medford, NJ

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  • YMCA of the Pines
  • Medford, NJ

Job Description

Overview:

The Nature Director is responsible for overseeing, leading, planning and implementing the Nature department. The Nature Director supervises 2-5 Nature Specialists as well as teaches nature classes for campers in large and small group settings . Nature activities offered are; outdoor cooking, nature, fishing, survival, and overnig hts.  The Nature Director is a safety sensitive position .  

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

Responsibilities:
  • Supervise all Nature Specialists.  
  • Observe all Nature S pecialists' classes and provide constructive feedback .
  • Ensure nature lesson plans are turned in on a timely manner.  
  • Approve all lesson plans and curriculum for nature activities and confirm they are age appropriate and meet the standard.  
  • Provide instruction, supervi sion and safety of all campers and staff in program area and cabins.  
  • Assist campers with achieving their goals.  
  • Submit written performance evaluation of staff twice a summer.  
  • Assist with overnights.
  • Ensure adequate supplies and resources are available.  
  • Supervise and participate in all assigned aspects of the campers’ day which i ncludes but is not limited to; c amper check-in and check-out; mealtimes ; activities ; and before/after-hours duties as assigned.  
  • Assist with Trading Post.  
  • Assist with evening activities and special events.   
  • Assist with tractor rides.  
  • Attend and participate in Ad Staff and All Staff Training.  
Qualifications:
  • Must be 20 years of age or older.
  • Previous camp experience or experience working with groups of children is preferred.
  • Ability to lead and instruct a group of staff and campers in the Arts program.
  • Have knowledge in safety, care of equipment, inventory, skill instruction, and progressive age-appropriate programming.
  • Must be able to identify age and grade level characteristics of campers.
  • Training will be provided during Administration Staff Training and All Staff Training.
Benefits:
  • YMCA Membership
  • Discounted Programs
  • 12% Employer Retirement Contribution
  • Paid Sick Time
Posted Salary Range: USD $245.00 - USD $595.00 /Wk.

Job Tags

Part time, Summer work, Seasonal work, Night shift, Afternoon shift,

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