Outdoor Educator Camp Kern Oregonia, OH Full-time/Non-Exempt $11.00-14.00/Hourly Plus Overtime *40+ hours each week. Overtime is paid at time and a half. Team members can expect to work weekends and/or evenings* Position Summary: Responsible for teaching natural history effectively. At the YMCA, We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. Essential Functions: • Teach environmental education, team building, and early Ohio history classes • Effectively lead large group activities such as games, camp fires, high ropes course, climbing wall, hayrides, canoeing, night hikes, campfire gatherings, and more. • Assist the Outdoor Education Director with staff trainings • Assist with program development using the corresponding curriculum materials • Communicate with all camp departments regarding needs and schedules • Work effectively as a team member with all Camp Kern Staff • Learn and teach camp songs • Coordinate participants in dining hall set up • Proactively solves problems. • Maintains all pertinent equipment and supplies. • Follows appropriate safety guidelines. • Communicates to direct supervisor any concerns, needed repairs, or incidents that may need follow-up. • Communicates any suggestions to improve the facility and grounds. Qualifications: • Must be at least 18 years of age. • High school diploma or GED required. 4-Year college degree in Parks and Recreation, Education, Camp Management, or related field preferred. • Online New Employee Orientation, Child Abuse Prevention, and Bloodborne Pathogens within 30 days of employment Child Abuse Prevention and Bloodborne Pathogens to be refreshed every 12 months. CPR/AED, First Aid, and Oxygen required within first 60 days of employment and kept current • Minimum of 6 months educational instruction experience or residential camp experience required. • 1 year of natural history, outdoor education or adventure preferred. • Knowledge of fire safety, high ropes course experience, and water navigation preferred.