GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Sultana Education Foundation’s newest component is the Lawrence Wetlands Preserve, an 8.5 acre urban nature preserve located in Chestertown, Maryland. Wonders of Wetlands (WOW) is a summer camp program for participants between the ages of 7 - 9, designed to introduce young learners to basic scientific concepts while immersing them in the outdoors.

The WOW Summer Program Staff will help facilitate the programs in conjunction with the Lawrence Wetlands Preserve Manager. Each camp is designed to offer participants a fun and meaningful introduction to Chesapeake wetlands as well as how they fit into the Chesapeake Bay watershed. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working outdoors with children as they explore and interact with their natural surroundings.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Experience working with children preferred

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED/PREFERRED

(SEF may assist and cover expenses for required certifications)

• First Aid & CPR - preferred
• Lifeguard Certification - preferred

ABOUT THE SULTANA EDUCATION FOUNDATION

The Sultana Education Foundation provides hands-on educational opportunities that promote stewardship of the Chesapeake Bay’s historic, cultural, and environmental resources. By helping students of all ages develop an appreciation for the Chesapeake Bay, Sultana is working to create a community of individuals who are dedicated to preserving this irreplaceable treasure.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

The Sultana Education Foundation (SEF) is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.