Environmental Education
Outdoor School Director & Staff
The environmental education/outdoor education director typically works under the supervision of the executive director. They usually have responsibilities in development and implementation of year-round environmental education programs, often in conjunction with private and public schools.
Environmental education/outdoor school staff usually work under the supervision of the director. Positions often are seasonal and can be linked to other duties.
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Adventure and/or Environmental Education Internships, Bethel Horizons, Dodgeville, Wisconsin
Adventure Program Responsibilities
Facilitation of team and high events programs; possible caving and rock and rappel, responsible for equipment care, logbook entries, and related up-keep of program material; assist in aspects of program management important for enhancing the experience of the interim position; a project involving landscape or design of a challenge event or development and implementation of activity/curriculum.
Environmental Program Responsibilities
Facilitation of environmental education program for school and non-school groups; assist with workshops, in-services, or special days led by the program director; assist in aspects of program management important for enhancing the experience of the intern position; a project involving the creation and design of a nature center exhibit for the nature center's hands-on exhibit room.
Combined Adventure/Environmental Responsibilities
Facilitation for adventure and environmental education programming; assist in program management of adventure and nature programs important for enhancing the experience of an intern.
Qualifications
College/post collegiate, positive attitude, energetic; good work ethic to work with people of all ages in outdoor setting; enthusiasm about working with secular and faith organizations; facilitation, belay/high ropes, rock climbing and naturalist experience helpful; commitment to environmental stewardship; life long learner.
Compensation
Full room and board, stipend.
Terms: Spring - March through May
Fall - September through November
For more information, please contact:
Eric Borgwardt (Adventure) or Angela Borland (Environmental)
Bethel Horizons
4651 City Hwy ZZ
Dodgeville, WI 53533
Phone: 608/935-5885 or 608/257-3577
Http: www.bethel-madison.org/html/horizons/horizonsInternOpps.html
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Outdoor Education Instructor, Lutherhaven Ministries (Camp Lutherhaven & Shoshone Base Camp) Coeur, d'Alene, Idaho
We are now hiring for our 2009 Spring Season which begins mid April and goes through the end of May. The 2009 Fall season will begin the first week of September and go through the last week of October.
Responsibilities
Group leader and teacher in two and three day residential programs; develop and present outdoor classes; group building; special projects and light housekeeping; evening activities and mealtime duties.
Qualifications
Affirm basic Lutheran Christian values and strongly support the goals of Lutherhaven Ministries; work within the structure of an association ministry, compatible with ELCA, LCMS and secular constituents; positive attitude; energetic, dedicated, and able to become involved in all aspects of the program; foster a lifestyle of stewardship for creation; commitment to children and outdoor learning; experience working with children is preferred; teaching experience is not required, but a background in science is helpful; special skills, like music, singing, storytelling, drama, and group facilitating helpful.
Terms
Ongoing Recruitment for fall, winter and spring outdoor education sessions. Support staff/kitchen assistant positions are also available.
Compensation
Up to $250 per week, based on experience, with possible additional paid hours available on weekends at your request; full room and board.
Hiring Note: Internships available for qualified applicants.
For more information, please contact:
Lauren Frerichs, Outdoor Education Manager
3258 West Lutherhaven Road
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
Phone: 208/667-3459 ext. 16
outdoored@lutherhaven.com
www.lutherhaven.c
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Outdoor School Instructor positions, EL Camino Pines, Southern California
El Camino Pines Outdoor School is a residential program that emphasizes environmental education and community-building experiences primarily to upper-elementary age students located in the Los Pades National Forest, about two hours north of Los Angeles. Our mission is to provide quality learning experiences in the natural environment that teach students appreciation for nature and each other.
Responsibilities
Outdoor school instructors will lead programs and teach environmental education classes to grade school and junior high students from Christian and secular schools throughout southern California; participate in the facilitation of numerous ELCA youth events as well as programmed retreats throughout the year.
Qualifications
Understanding the philosophy and mission of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and the programs of LRCC and EL Camino Pines. Strong commitment to the care and appreciation of God's creation and desire to communicate and practice that with other staff and students. At least two years of post-high school experience college or work. Leadership experience, camp experience, and an undergraduate degree are preferred. Must have interest in living and working in a "servant oriented" Christian community. Must be flexible and willing to help in all areas of camp life.
Terms
School year start in September and ends in early June
Summer counselor positions are available June through August
Compensation
Weekly salary, room/board, and medical benefits are provided
For more information, please contact:
Pastor Glenn or Lauri Egertson
11900 Frontier Road
Frazier Park, CA 93225
Phone: 661 245-3519 (Office)
lauri@LRCChome.com
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Program Staff and Interns for Environmental Education at Lutheran Memorial Camp, Fulton, Ohio
Responsibilities
Be a "Tree-Hugger." Motivate public and parochial school students to learn about God’s creation and thereby becoming stewards of the natural resources; encourage relationship building and respect for all God’s people; lead environmental education classes, recreational activities, and campfires; portray a pioneer or settler on the Ohio 1810 frontier during living history; support and work with other team members.
Qualifications
Candidates must have a four year degree, or equivalent experience, in fields related to children, education, sciences, recreation or ministry. Candidate should have experience in youth camping, teaching or recreational programming and demonstrate an ability to be hospitable and a team player. Some positions are seasonal, some are nine-month with an option to remain for summer. Internships will be personalized to meet both student and camp requirements.
Compensation
Weekly salary, room and board are provided.
Deadline
Seasonally or until all positions are filled
For more information, please contact:
Becky Stabler, Director
Lutheran Memorial Camp
PO Box 8
Fulton, Ohio 43321
Phone: 419/864-8030
lmc@lomocamps.org