Job Description

• Ability to write and speak effectively, count, do basic math, read and comprehend.
• Ability to effectively present information, provide basic instruction and respond to questions from groups of members, youth and the general public.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out and furnish instructions to others in written, oral or diagram form.
• Ability to observe participant behavior assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to environmental and other hazards related to waterfront activities.
• Ability to lift and or move up to 30 pounds.
• Possess strength and endurance to maintain constant supervision of campers.
• Plan, develop and present activities as assigned considering interests, skills and abilities of participants.
• Provide for progression in environmental/science programs.
• Request supplies and equipment in a timely manner, have items prepared for participant use.
• Teach and monitor proper use of equipment and supplies.
• Check equipment before activity to ensure equipment is in good, safe condition.
• Conduct check of program area prior to each use for safety, cleanliness and good repair.
• Assist in the development of lesson plans that foster participant’s environmental/science awareness.
• Administer outcome evaluation instruments.
• Provide opportunities for participants so that each individual experiences success during the activities.
• Participate in evaluation of programs as requested and make recommendations for equipment, supplies and future programs.
• Desire and the ability to work with children and adults in the outdoors.
• Commitment to the implementation of managing diversity and have the ability to work with people or persons of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Documented training and experience in environmental education preferred.
• Ability to make decisions and act wisely in an emergency
• Ability to adapt to working in a primitive, rustic outdoor setting.
• Ability to relate to one’s peer group and work as a team.
• Ability to relate to parents and troop leaders.
• Ability to supervise participants.
• Ability to accept supervision and guidance.
• Ability to set up demonstration area and program, and to teach skills to staff and participants of all ages.
• Ability to meet and greet the public.
• Ability to furnish own reliable transportation and hold a current driver’s license.
• Good character, integrity, ability to adapt to an outdoor environmental setting, enthusiasm, a sense of humor, patience, and self-control.
• Ability to maintain the highest regards for safety at all times in accordance with GSUSA’s Safety Activity Checkpoints and ACA Guidelines.
• Ability and willingness to place the needs of youth and camp above personal desires while on the job.
• Acceptance of and adherence to the purposes and principles of Girl Scouting as embodied in the Promise and Law.
• Currently, or willing to be, a registered member of Girl Scouts of the USA.
• Adult at least 18 years of age.
• CPR and First Aid Certification preferred.

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