Outdoor Educator - New Logic Marine Science Camp
Stevensville, MD 21666
About the Job
As a Support Staff team member specializing in early childhood education, you will play a vital role in creating a nurturing and educational environment for children ages K-8. You will collaborate with our team to fine-tune an age-appropriate learning environment that meshes with our goals of spreading a passion for our oceans! You will also be assisting our interns in developing key skills in education as they progress in their roles.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure the safety and well-being of our campers, while also providing support and guidance as needed.
- Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment where children feel encouraged to ask questions, make observations, and express their ideas.
- Utilize a variety of teaching methods, including hands-on experiments, basic scientific sampling, nature walks, storytelling, and creative arts, to cater to different learning styles and interests.
- Incorporate principles of sustainability and environmental stewardship into daily activities and routines, helping children develop a deeper understanding of their connection to the natural world.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience working with children in an educational setting, preferably in a camp or outdoor education environment.
- Strong knowledge of early childhood development principles and best practices in early childhood education.
- Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Environmental Education, or a related field
- Passion for environmental science and a commitment to inspiring a love for nature in young children.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with children, parents, and fellow staff members.
- Certification in First Aid and CPR (preferred).
- Availability during the summer months.
About New Logic Marine Science Camp:
We provide attendees with a mixture of dynamic hands-on activities that may include but not be limited to hands-on field sampling, interactive games, scientific demonstrations and experiments, dissections, and special guest presentations. A large component of our program is scientific field sampling and water quality testing. These activities enable attendees to obtain daily hands-on experience with marine life and observe variances in our natural world. Our award-winning general core curriculum is updated seasonally. We strive to incorporate all aspects of marine science into our curriculum. This includes topics such as biology, chemistry, engineering, geology, and conservation. Our various dissections also allow attendees to learn fun, interesting facts about our local marine life’s anatomy.