Are you a passionate nature enthusiast who loves working with kids? Wildsight Kimberley Cranbrook is looking to hire a Nature Day Camp Leader to work at our Camp Odyssey day camp that runs in Kimberley and Cranbrook.
Applicants should have extensive experience working with children and youth aged 5-12, experience working outdoors with environmental programming, and be available up to 6 weeks from June 23 through August 29, 2025. There is also a possibility of extension into fall for the right candidate.
Applications are due by 9 am on February 19, 2025. Continue reading to learn more about this opportunity.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Nature Day Camp Leader will become part of the Wildsight Kimberley Cranbrook team as a contractor, working under the supervision of the Education Coordinator. The Nature Day Camp Leader will plan and lead each week’s varied activities with an environmental education focus, while ensuring a safe and responsible nature experience for all campers. Duties include:
- Plan weekly activities focused on environmental education, outdoor games and hiking.
- Be the lead instructor in the field.
- Supervise children aged 5-12 in varied outdoor locations, including the Kimberley Nature Park and Cranbrook Community Forest.
- Be aware of and uphold all Wildsight Kimberley Cranbrook and Camp Odyssey safety protocols.
- Attend training with the Education Coordinator.
- Assist in evaluating and reporting of camp activities.
- Maintain program equipment in good working condition.
- Supervise the Camp Assistant.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working with children and youth aged 5-12.
- Experience delivering outdoor/environmental programming.
- Comfortable leading groups in natural forested areas.
- Physically able to hike 6-10km carrying a load and/or pulling a wagon.
- Physically able to visually and audibly identify and respond to environmental hazards.
- First Aid/CPR certified or commitment to certify.
- Provide a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check.
- Possession of a valid Driver’s License and access to a vehicle.
- Able to work for the duration of the contract.
This is a contract position for 35 hrs per week for up to 6 weeks from June 23 through August 29, 2025 starting at an hourly rate of $26 per hour. Note there is a possibility of extension into the fall nature programs for the right candidate.
Applications are to be sent via email to kimcran@wildsight.ca by 9 am on February 19, 2025 to be considered.