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    Summer Camp Leader - Calgary, Canada - Calgary Zoo

    Calgary Zoo
    Calgary Zoo Calgary, Canada

    1 week ago

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    Are you looking for a fun and meaningful work experience? Join the team at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo as a Summer Camp Leader As a Summer Camp Leader, you will be responsible for creating and running a summer camp for a specific age/grade. Be part of inspiring the next generation of conservationists by joining our Conservation Education team

    Our Mission | Take and inspire action to sustain wildlife and wild places

    Our Values | Effective collaboration and communication, honesty and integrity, customer focus, safety, and conservation

    Contract Term: Start Date : June 13, 2024 End Date : August 16, 2024

    What you will do:
  • Research, plan, and implement a week-long camp program including stories, crafts, games and activities to be run weekly for 8 weeks during the summer months
  • Evaluate the program layout and content based on program performance and make adjustments where necessary
  • Provide leadership and guidance in a variety of activities for camp participants
  • Ensure the safety and appropriate supervision of all camp participants at all times
  • Maintain consistent leadership and behavior management of campers
  • Establish and maintain strong rapport with camper's parents, provide individualized feedback when necessary
  • Present engaging education programs and tours ensuring accuracy of information and the maintenance of the conservation message based on the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo's mandate
  • Provide leadership and guidance for Junior Zoo Guides volunteering in the summer camp program
  • Maintain a safe, clean working environment for campers, animals, visitors, and staff
  • Other related duties as required

    • What you will bring:

  • At least 2 years background in natural history, zoology, biology, recreation/leisure and/or education acquired via university, college or equivalent work experience.
  • Experience working with children/youth 5-14 years old; experience in a camp setting is preferred
  • The ability to present information about nature and nature conservation in an entertaining and educational manner
  • A background in any of the following is an additional asset: leading tours, storytelling, leading sing-a-longs, leading games and activities, and/or presenting zoo education programs
  • Knowledge of the natural history of Alberta is an asset
  • Knowledge related to the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo and its collection is an asset
  • Demonstrable engaging oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrable commitment to providing exceptional customer service
  • Other Requirements:
  • Successful candidates must provide a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search prior to their first day of work
  • Successful candidate must be in possession of a First Aid certification
  • Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada
    • Working Conditions:
  • Requires considerable on-grounds mobility where there are long periods of time spent on foot indoors and outdoors in all weather
  • Pulling a wagon of educational resources on grounds to classrooms
  • Some lifting may be required
  • This seasonal position has very limited flexibility for multiple days off due to the condensed nature of the program
    • The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is an outdoor facility and all staff working at the zoo must be comfortable working in a large variety of outdoor conditions. The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo follows the advice of Environment Canada when responding to temperature and air quality issues. The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is a no smoking environment including vaping.

    What We Offer:
  • Competitive compensation starting at $19.00/hour
  • Discounts on food, beverage, and merchandise
  • Participation in the Staff Pass Benefit program
  • A fun, rewarding work environment and the opportunity to work in a park full of wild animals
    • Are you ready to join one of Canada's leaders in wildlife conservation? If this position suits your skills, experience and personal attributes, we want to talk to you.

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