Camp Aftercare Educator

Position Summary

Bird Alliance of Oregon ’s Camp Aftercare Educators are passionate nature enthusiasts and relationship builders excited to help us host our second summer of our aftercare program! Together with the aftercare team, you’ll lead joyful, curious and collaborative aftercare programming for children from all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. You will develop and lead daily activities that center around nature exploration, music and art.  Your day will start at 11:30 where you will help the summer camp team supervise lunch and connect with students. In the afternoon you will support camps and prep aftercare. Aftercare will run from 3:15-5:15 M-Th and 1:15-5:15 on Friday. 

You’re someone with experience in outdoor education or teaching in an informal setting (e.g. camps, parks, museums, community centers or comparable spaces), especially in socioeconomically and racially diverse environments. You love nature and are excited about giving kids opportunities to connect with the natural world. It’s essential that all educators have a strong comfort working in multiracial teams, a dedication to creating an anti-racist learning environment, and a commitment to advancing equity and inclusion through their practice. Candidates with lived experience working with youth of color, immigrants, and people from working class families are highly encouraged to apply.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work in consistent teams of 2-3 educators to lead 10 weeks of aftercare.
• Create and lead culturally responsive after care activities that build an inclusive and welcoming environment for all children
• Be responsive to various emotional and physical needs of the campers with age-appropriate behavior management interventions
• Facilitate circle times and creative expression throughout the camp week
• Support the camp team as needed

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 1+ years of experience leading programs with children of diverse ages and backgrounds
• 1+ years of experience in programs in informal or outdoor settings
• 1 + years of experience dealing with unexpected situations arising from challenging youth behavior
• Demonstrated cultural competency and enthusiasm for working with diverse populations, including communities of color, immigrants, and underserved communities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work weekdays from 11:30-5:30 (Start time can be flexible)
• Experience with music, art or other forms of creative expression desirable for some positions
• Second language abilities in addition to English (Spanish, Mandarin/Cantonese, Vietnamese, Somali, Russian) desirable
• Educators who have lived experience in a leadership program for young adults (either as participants or practitioners) are encouraged to apply!

Working Conditions

• Ability to hike 1.5 miles on uneven terrain
• Ability to be certified in Basic First Aid and CPR
• Ability to follow COVID-19 safety procedures and guidelines