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Purpose: The primary purpose of this position is to teach children in an outdoor setting; inspire people of all ages and backgrounds to explore and protect nature; and encourage curiosity and scientific inquiry. The scope of work includes a variety of technical and administrative services that allows the Nature Center to function well, and to provide residents, business owners, and visitors with quality public service. All work is completed in accordance with the ordinances and other laws of the Township and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Assignments and technical supervision are received through the Director of Briar Bush or a Supervisor.

Tasks: Interacts pleasantly with residents, customers, and the general public; ability to provide skills assistance to participants; actively participate in all aspects of camp training; report to the Program Director (Supervisor) for all aspects of summer camp; plan and prepare environmental education lessons; cooperate with other staff regarding camp content and logistics; act as primary educator for a maximum of 6 campers ages 4-6 or a maximum of 12 campers ages 6-7 each day on a rotational basis with other staff; handle and use a variety of domesticated animals and non-releasable wildlife in camp programs; manage and evaluate teenage camp volunteers; communicate professionally
with camp parents; keep necessary records for camp programming and management; maintain clean, organized camp spaces and equipment; perform other program duties, as needed. Interacts with department employees, the public, governmental, and Township officials in a courteous and professional manner at all times; operates office equipment; other related duties as necessary to support the Parks and Recreation Department.