Camp Habitat Instructor

Friends of Creamer's Field

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Overview Camp Habitat is a youth nature education and ecology camp located at Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge in Fairbanks. Instructors are responsible for the complete curriculum planning, leadership, and supervision for one group of 8-12 children per week. Groups range in age from 4 – 5 (pre-school) and 6 – 11 years old (day camp). Instructors develop, organize, and implement developmentally appropriate, fun, and educational activities to facilitate children’s exploration and discovery of nature.

Other Responsibilities

  • Participate in staff training sessions, and become familiar with Creamer’s Field Refuge
  • Work as a team to communicate well with the Director, fellow staff, and volunteers
  • Prepare lessons based on the Camp Habitat curriculum
  • Attend and participate in staff meetings
  • Assure a safe physical & psychologically supportive environment for all children
  • Other duties as assigned by the Director

Qualifications Desired

  • Enrolled in or graduate of college in the field of education, natural science, or a related field
  • Sincere enjoyment and respect for children and nature
  • Experience teaching and/or working with children
  • Strong ability to plan and facilitate a week’s activities
  • General knowledge of ecological processes, Alaskan flora and fauna, basic outdoor skills, and sound environmental practices
  • Flexibility, enthusiasm, and the desire and ability to make environmental education a fun, experiential journey of discovery
  • Must pass a background check upon hire and have a valid driver’s license

Employment Details

  • $17-19/hour, DOE.
  • No health insurance, paid sick or vacation leave

Dates 

  • June 9-13, 2025-Staff Training
  • June 16-20, 2025-Nature Sprouts AM/ Staff Training PM
  • June 23-27, 2025-Camp Habitat – Week #1
  • June 30- July 4, 2025-OFF WEEK
  • July 7-11, 2025-Camp Habitat – Week #2
  • July 14-18, 2025-Camp Habitat – Week #3
  • July 21-25, 2025-Camp Habitat – Week #4
  • July 28-31, 2025-Clean-up

HOW TO APPLY

To Apply

Please send a cover letter, resume, and list of three references (with phone numbers and email addresses) to [email protected]  – or drop it off at the Creamer’s Field Farmhouse at 1300 College Rd. If emailed, all materials should be sent in a pdf format. Position open until filled. The first review date is February 28th, 2025.

For more information call or email Lauren Puleo at (907) 888-7304 or [email protected]

When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on jobshiringnearme.org Job Board.

HOW TO APPLY

To Apply

Please send a cover letter, resume, and list of three references (with phone numbers and email addresses) to [email protected]  – or drop it off at the Creamer’s Field Farmhouse at 1300 College Rd. If emailed, all materials should be sent in a pdf format. Position open until filled. The first review date is February 28th, 2025.

For more information call or email Lauren Puleo at (907) 888-7304 or [email protected]

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