Schoolhouse of Wonder Wake or Orange Year Round Camp Coordinator Cary, NC · Chapel Hill, NC · Full time

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RESPONSIBILITIES

·       Provide exemplary adherence to Schoolhouse’s values, policies, and procedures. Help create, maintain, and uphold style and brand guidelines and integrity (internal and external);

·      Partner with other staff to design and implement camp programs and activities that meet Schoolhouse mission and goals;

·      Coordinate and ensure the delivery of camp programs in accordance with Schoolhouse values and methodologies;

·      Remain current with best practice information on relevant topic (e.g. child development, risk management, and related research);

·      Ensure the appropriate implementation of crisis plans and procedures;

·      Mentor, supervise, and evaluate field staff as assigned. 

·      Seek and analyze input from youth, families, and staff regarding the quality, safety, and enjoyment of programs and new programming opportunities; 

·      Maintain production, upkeep, and inventory of program materials and provide seasonal purchasing orders for program materials;

·      Build and maintain strong relationships with Schoolhouse staff, families, customers, volunteers, and community partners;

·      Serve as a Camp Leader and support other staff to serve effectively in the role;

·      Communicate regularly about the status of programs and staff in field;

·       Ensure minimal impact to, and routine upkeep of, all program site facilities.

·       Complete administrative tasks and other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

·      Commitment to Schoolhouse of Wonder’s mission and values;

·      Good fit with Schoolhouse of Wonder’s organizational culture;

·      Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience (min. four years) and at least 18 years of age;

·      Unwavering commitment to quality programs and data-driven program evaluation;

·      Desire and ability to work successfully with children outdoors;

·      Personal qualities such as integrity, sense of humor, enthusiasm, positivity, initiative, ability to work in a team setting, and extraordinary attention to detail;

·      Commitment to individual and organizational excellence in a growth-oriented environment;

·      Ability to work independently and follow through on tasks with minimal supervision, take initiative, solve problems, and lead by example;

·      Commitment to provide extraordinary customer service. Demonstrated ability to respond with a high degree of urgency to the needs and requests of customers, community partners, and staff; 

·      Willingness and ability to adjust to changing conditions and priorities;

·      Strong written and verbal communication skills, proficiency in computer use including MS Word and Excel, along with ability and interest in learning new programs;

·      Current certification in pediatric and adult CPR and First Aid from American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI);

·      Successful background check and permission to pursue indicated and non-indicated references.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

·      Teaching experience in formal or informal settings;

·      Youth-serving program experience outside of Schoolhouse of Wonder including summer camp, environmental education, etc.;

·      A strong interest in/knowledge of plants, animals, geology, ecology, naturalist skills, cultural history, storytelling, behavior management, and/or child development;

·      Experience with program administration (i.e., budget management, program development, parent communication), teaching/training staff, and staff supervision (i.e., staff management, scheduling, hiring, and mentorship);

·      English/Spanish bilingual fluency