Job Description

Job Category : Camp Requisition Number : OUTDO001154 Posted : January 13, 2025 Employment Type : Full-Time, On-site Locations San Francisco 3200 California Street San Francisco, CA 94118, USA The JCCSF Summer Camp is now hiring an Outdoor Education Specialist for 2025! Summer Camp at the JCCSF offers one-week to three-week sessions in both traditional day camp and specialty camp settings for campers in grades K-8. Our classic day camps feature arts & crafts, STEAM projects, and sports. Specialty camps include visual arts, nature exploration, musical theater, science, and more. Outdoor Camps are in session June 2 – August 22, 2025. The Outdoor Education Specialist creates, organizes, and implements 1-2 week sessions of camp for up to 11 weeks. Outdoor camps are offered for campers in grades 3-5. Campers will be introduced to the world of nature through hands-on experience and exploration. This position requires strong classroom management skills and the ability to implement a well-rounded curriculum for youth ages 6 - 11.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Organize and implement outdoor curriculum for grades 1-5 Prepare for and deliver 11 weeks of camp programming, including creating supply lists, curriculum development, and teaching daily lessons. Supervise general counselors (when applicable) Support camper drop-off and pick-up processes Provide excellent customer service to camp families by communicating with them about their camper’s experience Set up camp room and clean up daily Implement daily safety checks of tools and equipment. Practice personal leadership skills. Set clear and consistent limits and resolve behavioral problems with assistance from supervisors. Additional responsibilities as required. REQUIREMENTS At least 1 year as an educator Knowledge and ability to explain and facilitate age-appropriate skills for elementary school-aged campers. Outstanding communication skills, both written and oral. Passion for maker projects, informal education, youth programs, and natural science. Knowledge of summer camps preferred. Ability to work well both in a team environment and independently. Enthusiasm, flexibility, and ability to improvise are a must. WORKING CONDITIONS Work directly with youth ages 6-11. The home base for outdoor camps is a camp room on-site at the JCCSF, with outings to nature and outdoor spaces throughout San Francisco. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Move/set up equipment; stand/walk for approximately 6 hours a day; be actively engaged in programming with the campers. STATUS Seasonal, non-exempt, non-benefited position HOURS Up to 10 hours of prep work per week from 5/1/2025 – 5/31/2025; 37.5 hours per week from 6/2/2025 – 8/22/2025 SCHEDULE Summer Direct Service Hours: June 9, 2025 - August 8, 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr Jewish Community Center of San Francisco

Job Tags

Full time, Summer work, Seasonal work, Immediate start, Work from home, Outdoor,

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