[Coral-List] Job Announcement: Sanibel Sea School Summer Camp Counselor

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Fri Feb 10 11:46:19 EST 2017


Sanibel Sea School is seeking summer camp counselors to assist with our
annual marine biology summer camps.

*Job Type:* Full Time, Temporary (15 May 2017 – 11 August, 2017)
*Location:*  Sanibel, FL (must be local or have accommodations)

*PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and
level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this
classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list
of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so
classified.

·       Supervise children (ages 4 -13) in a variety of outdoor and marine
environments

·       Foster an appreciation for marine ecosystems and encourage students
to practice good ocean stewardship, leading by example

·       Maintain a high standard of quality and excellence when
facilitating camp programs

·       Assist with the maintenance and upkeep of facilities and equipment

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform
each essential duty satisfactorily.  The QUALIFICATIONS, PHYSICAL DEMANDS,
and WORK CONDITIONS listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities perform the essential functions.

*QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED*

·       Currently enrolled undergraduate student, or a recent college
graduate with a background in Early Childhood Education, Elementary/
Secondary Education, Environmental Education, Biology, Marine Biology, or a
similar field

·       Experience working with children

·       Certifications (or capable of obtaining certifications) in CPR,
First Aid, and Lifeguarding

·       Strong and competent swimmer, comfortable in outdoor settings and
physically capable of leading groups of children in a variety of natural
environments

·       Desire to promote marine conservation by sharing his or her passion
and knowledge of the natural world with students

*WORK ENVIRONMENT*

·       The performance of this position primarily occurs in an outdoor
subtropical setting with some indoor classroom-based work

 *PHYSICAL DEMANDS*

·       Ability to sit or stand for long periods as required, may require
walking for periodic intervals throughout the day

·       Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting up to
forty (40) pounds, as required throughout the work day; proper lifting
techniques required

·       Ability to work in the sub-tropical conditions of SW Florida for
eight-hour workdays



*To apply, please send a PDF cover letter and resume or CV to
jobs at sanibelseaschool.org <jobs at sanibelseaschool.org> with the subject line
[Summer Camp counselor– Your name]. APPLICATION DEADLINE IS 3/15/17,
SANIBEL SEA SCHOOL RESERVES THE RIGHT TO FILL THE POSITION BEFORE THE
CLOSING DATE. The candidate must be local or be able to provide their own
housing - We do not have housing available at this time. *

J. Bruce Neill, Ph.D.

*Ocean Advocate and Executive Director*

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Our vision is a world where all people value, understand and care for the
ocean.

P.O. Box 1229 - 414 Lagoon Drive - Sanibel, FL 33957
*Phone:* 239.472.8585

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