Nature Camp Lead

Job Summary About the Role

Deliver high quality recreation services for residents visitors and the St. Charles community by adhering to the Districts safety and administrative policies and procedures.

Knowledge Skills & Experience

This position is well suited for someone with a friendly and positive personality who is productive and shows initiative is an effective written and oral communicator is reliable and safetyminded.

Required: Bachelors Degree in Environmental Education Natural Resources Education or Biological Sciences or the equivalent in other work or experience. Should have an affinity for working with children. Must have a basic understanding of native ecosystems and ability to identify flora and fauna. Work and communicate effectively with a diverse group of people including campers parents and other camp staff. Ability and willingness to work in a variety of weather conditions and nights as needed. Maintain DCFS Mandated Reporter and First Aid/CPR/AED certification or obtain certification within 30 days of hire.

Preferred: Teaching experience preferred.

Essential Functions of the Position

Park District Cornerstones

• Follow all departmental safety rules that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of Park Districts safety and risk management program.
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with residents colleagues the public PDRMA and other agencies or organizations as delegated.
• Recommends improvements and efficiencies to better accomplish individual and district goals in the best interests of the St. Charles Park District community.
• Comply with park district policies and administrative procedures.

Responsibilities

Under the direction and supervision of the Superintendent of Parks and Planning the Assistant Superintendent of Outdoor Education and the Nature School & Camps Supervisor the Nature Camp Lead shall complete their assigned duties to the best of their abilities offering suggestions of better ways to accomplish jobs and be ever mindful of the best interests of the St. Charles Park District and of fellow employees. This position requires extensive knowledge and ability to:

• Attend nature program training session in spring.
• Structure teaching plan to engage and excite campers about nature topics.
• Take initiative to develop stimulating and innovative ideas to extend learning.
• Relate principles of life sciences earth sciences and physical sciences using ageappropriate language to a variety of grade levels.
• React quickly to natural phenomena to take advantage of teachable moments.
• Arrive promptly at teaching sites to assist in program setup.
• Greet parents of campers in a friendly manner and address questions and direct them to Nature School & Camps Supervisor as needed.
• Greet program participants in a friendly and professional manner.
• Utilize effective group management in an outdoor setting.
• Teach in a variety of weather conditions.
• Assist in program cleanup prior to departure.
• Follow all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed.
• Perform CPR and First Aid as needed. Certified or ability to become certified.
• Support all aspects of the Park Districts Safety Program.

Marginal Functions of the Position

• Perform other related duties and/or special projects as assigned.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

Position or Activity

Frequently

46100 of the time

Occasionally

1645 of the time

Rarely

015 of the time

Sitting

X

Walking

X

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Stooping/Kneeling

X

Crouching

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Handling/Feeling

X

Standing

X

Strength

150lbs

Requires a range of hearing and vision that allows the employee to safely complete the essential duties of the position with or without assistive devices corrective lenses and/or glasses and/or a reasonable accommodation.

EEO Statement and Accommodations

The St Charles Park District is an equal opportunity employer under all state and federal laws and regulations. The job responsibilities are subject to accommodations pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you require assistance or accommodation with the application process please contact the Business Department at.

The Park District offers the following benefits to all PartTime Category III employees:

• District Incentives
  • Paid Training
  • Discounts for Programs