Point Reyes Summer Camp Clem Miller Environmental Education Center Naturalist

Description: The primary purpose of this position is to plan and conduct natural history and environmental education programs and trips for children attending the Point Reyes Science and Nature Summer Camp. This is a residential, weekday, environmental education camp for children ages 7-16. Some evening work and driving of camp vehicles with children is required.

Background Information: The Clem Miller Environmental Education Center, home of Point Reyes Summer Camp, is close to one of the finest beaches in Point Reyes National Seashore. This overnight summer camp for boys and girls ages 7-16 explores the rich coastal environments and diverse habitats of one of the country's most beautiful National Parks.

Qualifications:

1. Academic background in natural history, science or environmental education.
2. Strong leadership ability, dynamic and effective teacher, positive role model.
3. General knowledge of first aid techniques and CPR with current certification
4. At least one year teaching in residential environmental education.
5. Clean driving record and willingness to apply for commercial driving license.
6. Ability to carry 50 pound backpack up to 8 miles per day over rough terrain
7. Enjoy the out of doors, creative, enthusiastic, flexible, self-motivated, and a sense of humor

Salary: $420 - $470/week
Housing: fulltime; weekend housing included
Board: program
Benefits: This position offers the applicant the opportunity to

1. work with experts in the field of environmental and outdoor education,
2. gain work experience in environmental education,
3. live and work in a National Park setting, just 2 miles from Limantour Beach

Deadline: open until filled, apply ASAP
Available: June 17 - August 16, 2007
Procedure: Send completed application (print one at http://www.ptreyes.org/camp/campjobs.htm), cover letter and resume

Contact: Scott Wolland
Address: Point Reyes Summer Camp, Pt. Reyes National Seashore Association, Pt. Reyes, CA 94956
Telephone: 415-663-1224
Fax: 415-663-8174
Email:
Website: http://www.ptreyes.org/camp/index.html