Outdoor Educator
RESPONSIBLE TO: Outdoor Education Director
WAGES: Stipend + room and board while campers are here, or raise personal support
JOB SUMMARY: Outdoor Educators are people hired for the purpose of serving the
students, teachers, and other guests who come to Camp Redcloud for Outdoor Education. This
involves two main goals: to witness to the Lordship and love of Jesus Christ through their
lifestyle, and to provide a unique and quality educational experience through the
challenge activities and programs provided at Camp Redcloud.
QUALIFICATIONS: The Outdoor Educator must:
- Profess Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and possess a desire/commitment to serve Him and
other people.
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Preferably hold a multimedia Red Cross first aid certificate or equivalent and a
cardiopulmonary resuscitation certificate. (May be obtained during staff training).
- Be able to teach and communicate effectively.
- Have knowledge and skills in a variety of outdoor education fields, preferably some
knowledge in the natural sciences.
- Have an ability/desire to learn new skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To proclaim the truth and love of Jesus Christ through a lifestyle that imitates His.
- To be competent at the skills necessary to provide a secure environment for the guests
during their trip.
- To teach or assist in teaching outdoor classes in subject areas appropriate for his/her
knowledge and/or experience.
- To lead or assist in outdoor challenge activities.
- To lead or assist in evening activities, skits or games.
- To participate in clean-up duties and other preparatory work prior to the group's
arrival and in clean-up duties after their departure.
- To assist in meal serving and clean-up.
- To be a contributing member of the Camp Redcloud staff by lending support and
encouragement.
- To attend all staff meetings and Bible Studies.
- To complete other duties as assigned.
CAMP REDCLOUD'S RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Offer weekly staff Bible Studies.
- Provide opportunity to attend church in Lake City on Sunday morning or a worship service
at Camp.
- Give opportunity to talk with leadership staff about any personal questions.
- Train all program staff in the philosophy and policies of Camp.
- Maintain an atmosphere which allows for easy communication and freedom to clear up
misunderstandings.
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