(SUMMER) Outdoor Education Program Seasonal Leader

(SUMMER) Outdoor Education Program Seasonal Leader McHenry County Conservation District Crystal Lake, Illinois Job Type Temporary Salary $16.75 - $18.54 per hour Benefits Accrual of paid leave under the Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act. Min. Experience 0 - 1 year

ANTICIPATED STARTING RATE

$16.75 per hour

JOB OVERVIEW

Are you looking for a chance to work in the outdoors? Working with our Education Services team as a summer camp and public program leader is a great way to gain experience in environmental education and make a positive impact! Enhance your communication and teaching skills while working with a variety of age levels. Share your knowledge and passion for the natural environment with diverse audiences. Our employees will train you in safety, leadership skills and camp activities, and will help you become familiar with Conservation District sites. Apply today to join our team this summer in planning and conducting summer environmental education programs at various Conservation Areas within the County! What are we looking for? Flexibility as this job requires some evening and weekend work. Previous coursework in education, environmental education, or related field preferred, but not required, along with six months of related experience working with children and/or leading conservation-related programs, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Driving is an essential part of the job, so for your safety and those around you, we require applicants to have a current, valid driver's license and to complete a pre-employment drug screening. Program responsibilities require you to be able to lift up to 80 lbs. and to be capable of canoeing up to seven miles. How To Apply Open until filled. Applicant can locate an online application and job description at https://mccdistrict.applicantpro.com/jobs/. Please note, as part of the application process the applicant is required to answer the following questions at the time of completing the application: What appeals to you most in this position and why? Describe an experience you have had that you feel has prepared you for this position.