Summer Nature Camp Instructor

Join the Nature Adventure Camp Team!

Now Hiring: Nature Camp Instructor
For Ages 5-7 & 7-10 - OO Denny & Edith Moulton Parks, Kirkland

Ready to inspire the next generation of nature lovers? Nature Adventure Camp is looking for enthusiastic, nature-loving individuals to lead kids on exciting outdoor adventures!

As a Nature Camp Instructor, you'll teach kids all about our native animals, plants, woodlands, and bodies of water. From nature-inspired art and fun games to science projects, hands-on learning, and outdoor explorations, every day will be a new adventure!

What We're Looking For:
Experience - You've led, mentored, or cared for children, ideally in a camp setting.
Reliable & Organized - You can keep things running smoothly in the great outdoors!
Passionate About Nature - You love the outdoors and can't wait to share that passion with young adventurers.

Help kids explore, learn, and grow in two of Kirkland's unique parks! This is the perfect opportunity for anyone who wants to turn the outdoors into an unforgettable classroom.

Apply Now and help create unforgettable nature adventures! ??

Job Summary

Note: Applications are being accepted for this Summer 2025 seasonal position.

Summary:
Supervise and lead children ages 5-10 in a variety of summer nature camp activities.

Essential Duties

• Lead activities for two age groups (4 weeks each) in an outdoor park setting.
• Enforce rules to maintain a safe, stimulating camp environment and promote appropriate behavior.
• Set up and tear down program equipment and supplies.
• Work with youth between ages 5-10 in a positive manner.
• Interact professionally with participants, parents, the general public, and co-workers.
• Responsible for inventory and tracking of equipment and supplies.
• Follow/adhere to all city policies and procedures, and safety program regulations and requirements.
• Work effectively as a team.
• Represent the City in a positive and professional manner; use good judgment and be a good role model for youth.
• Take initiative and possess strong work ethic.
• Perform essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.

Peripheral Duties

• Plan nature-inspired weekly activities.
• Coordinate ordering of supplies.
• Maintain camp budget.

Nature Adventure Camp Locations

• Edith Mouton Park/Picnic Shelter, 13710 108th Ave NE, Kirkland, WA
• Denny Park/Picnic Shelter, 12400 Holmes Point Dr NE Kirkland, WA

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of games, crafts, and nature-inspired activities.
• Ability to administer First Aid/CPR if needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Applicant must possess or be able to obtain First Aid/CPR certification prior to the position start date.
• Applicant must be at least 18 years or older by the start date.
• Must successfully pass all phases of the pre-employment hiring process, including but not limited to reference checks and a national criminal background check as required by the Child/Adult Abuse Information Act.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience leading, mentoring, and caring for children (preferably in a camp setting).
• Reliable and organized.
• Enthusiasm and passion for the outdoors and nature.

Working Conditions & Physical Activities

• Performs work in an outdoor park setting with shelters and playgrounds.
• Exposure to extended periods of direct sunlight and/or cool and damp weather is possible.

Selection Process

• A resume and cover letter (letter of interest) are required for consideration.
• Applicants should note how they meet the minimum qualifications within the cover letter.
• Applicants whose qualifications most closely match the requirements will be notified by phone, email, or NeoGov notices.
• Candidates selected for the job will be required to complete a national criminal background check.
• First review of applicants will be made by 15th day from original post date.