Marine Science instructor/Counselor
Camp Sewee
- Website: Clemson University
- Fax: 803-478-2179
- Posting Date: 4/23/2008
Camp Sewee Job Description
Work Dates: May 30- August 9, 2008
Location: Awendaw, South Carolina (15 miles from Charleston)
Description: (WE ARE CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR 1 MALE STAFF MEMBER.)
To lead, instruct, and supervise campers (ages 8-14) in all areas of Marine Science Curriculum and perform duties that are required by the Camp Director. The camp runs out of a coastal area in South Carolina. It has direct access to the ocean and we take trips out to islands for nature hikes and marine studies. During the week, trips are made to sea aquariums and water parks.
Principle Duties:
· Teach all components of the Marine Science Curriculum (training provided).
· Lead students in daily program classes and activities (wake-up, meals, canteen, campfire, and rap-up).
· Be actively involved in all program activities, leading and participating in evening recreational and instructional times as scheduled.
· Assist with routine clean-up.
· Set-up and maintenance of site and program areas.
· Perform direct supervision of children while involved in classes and activities (on- and off-site).
· Perform camp counselor duties including staying and attending to campers over night while they are at camp.
Qualifications:
· BA or BS in Marine Science, Biology, Wildlife and Fisheries Biology, Parks and Recreation, or related field is preferred but not necessary to apply (applies to Juniors, Seniors, and College Graduates.
· Residential camp experience preferred.
· Must have the patience, understanding, flexibility, and energy to work and live with campers and staff.
· Must demonstrate teaching skills and the ability to implement creative "hands-on" teaching methods.
· Must be willing to sacrifice, adapt, and work hard as part of a team pursuing one common goal and objective.
Salary:
$250 a week ($225 non-degree) plus room, board, and insurance.
If interested send resumes to Chad Jones by email at crjones@clemson.edu or by fax at (803) 478-2179. EOE.







