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Nature Camp and Family Programs Coordinator

SUMMARY: The Nature Camp and Family Programs Coordinator is responsible for supporting all activities of VINS Nature Camp, and developing, coordinating, and leading family program offerings.

PURPOSE: To help children and families thrive in VINS Nature Camp and other VINS educational programs

REPORTS TO: Director, Nature Camp and Adult Education

Primary Responsibilities

  • Assist with the administration, management, and supervision of VINS Nature Camp including: registering participants, supporting daily camp operations, providing behavior management, and maintaining and creating program materials
  • Oversee the Leaders in Training (L-I-T) volunteer program throughout the year: fielding applicants, scheduling participants, and supervising the L-I-T curriculum
  • Manage all aspects of family programs including scheduling and marketing of events, registering and communicating with participants, and working in conjunction with Educators to develop and teach lessons
  • Assist with scheduling, marketing, registration, and communication for adult programs
  • Collaborate with Education Department staff to expand offerings for families and adults

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher
  • Previous work experience with summer camps or in other educational settings required
  • Experience working with and managing teens
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills
  • Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to carry bulky, heavy teaching equipment (up to 40 lbs.)
  • Ability to lead educational activities over diverse terrain and in all weather conditions
  • Current driver’s license and safe driving record
  • Current CPR and First Aid certification, or willing to obtain
  • General computer literacy

All VINS staff working directly with children are subject to a thorough background check, including fingerprinting and a criminal record check.

Compensation & Work Schedule

  • Full-time position with benefits
  • Compensation: $18 - $20 per hour, dependent on experience
  • The regular work week is 40 hours; some evening and weekend work required

Position post date: January 2025

VINS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Vermont Institute of Natural Science is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization supported by membership dues, admission and program fees, donations, and grants.