4-H Summer Camp Track Instructor – Gardening – Environmental Education
| Company | Louisiana State University (LSU) |
|---|---|
| Location | Alexandria, LA, USA |
| Salary | $3000 – $3000 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Junior |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in education, sciences, natural resources or field related to natural resources including but not limited to Horticulture, Plant/Soil Science, etc.
- At least one year of teaching experience and expertise.
- Must complete the employee background screening process and be approved by the LSU AgCenter Human Resource Management Unit.
- Professional communication skills, both written and oral. Work efficiently with youth in group situations.
Responsibilities
- Teach natural sciences, environmental education, and gardening/horticulture curriculum utilizing a mix of indoor and outdoor classroom settings for campers
- Prepare and coordinate track curriculum with the 4-H Program Coordinator prior to camp.
- Maintain, manage, request equipment, and supplies for the track.
- Clean assigned teaching areas daily and at the end of week.
Preferred Qualifications
- Incorporate adult volunteers and campers into the track as teaching assistants/helpers who are also learners.
- Ability to communicate and direct small and large groups of youth.
- Flexibility in schedules and programming.
- Efficient organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to coordinate and manage resources.