SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR

AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums, Certified Related Facilities, Commercial Members, Conservation Partners and Society Partners may post free unlimited online job listings as a member benefit. Non-members can purchase job listings. Interested in a career in AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums? Learn more about types of zoo and aquarium jobs and relevant education programs in our career center. Summer Camp Counselor POSITION INFORMATION: May 1st, 2025 – August 8th, 2025, Pay - $15/hour May 1st, 2025 –May 16th, 2025 – opportunity for virtual employment as necessary (some flexibility with start dates may be available) May 19th, 2025 – August 6th, 2025 – mandatory in-person availability The workweek is generally Monday – Friday, the workday varies from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, and is based on camper enrollment. SUMMARY: Naples Zoo at the Caribbean Gardens is seeking enthusiastic individuals to facilitate our Camp WILD summer camp programs. The purpose of this position is to inspire and teach children to appreciate wildlife and the natural world. Naples Zoo prides itself on its mission to inspire people of all ages to respect, value, and conserve wildlife and the natural world. Camp WILD engages children in thematic conservation education programming: art, activities, games, tours, exclusive experiences and animal encounters that support the mission of Naples Zoo. Candidates eligible for hire must be available for all weeks of the summer Camp WILD program. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Enthusiastically engage campers ages 5 – 10 years old by leading creative, unique, educational and environmental, conservation focused curriculum through techniques, including investigation, exploration, and inquiry. Provide mission-based zoo tours, animal encounters, arts, games, and activities that support animals, plants, wildlife, and conservation. Conduct all activities in accordance with Association of Zoos and Aquariums and organizational standards, regulations, safety, policy, and procedure. Provide excellent guest service to all campers, caregivers, guests, teams, and co-workers. Adhere to all policies, including but not limited to safety, programs, cleaning etc. Work with a team to create, build, and maintain a good working rapport ensuring a fun, safe, and engaging learning environment for the campers. Promptly document and report all camper related issues; safety, repairs, and hazards. This includes, but is not limited to, camper behavior, incidents, and emergencies. Complete assigned responsibilities including camp set-up, clean-up, program maintenance, and a tidy working-order classroom. Supervise campers and education volunteers with direction and support from the Camp Programs Supervisor, Camp Programs Specialist or the Director of Education. Utilize appropriate classroom management and supervision while managing the campers throughout the day; pick-up, drop-off, daily schedule, and lunchtime activities. Organize and prepare all daily supplies for activities including free play, arts, and games. Set up and breakdown equipment and activities related to summer camp. Perform other duties as assigned. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following have been identified as physical requirements of the job: The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to sit, walk moderate distances, balance, stoop, bend, kneel and crouch. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk #J-18808-Ljbffr