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Sea Safari & Sea Dawgs Employment

Instructors (2 positions)

Sea Safari and Sea Dawgs instructors will lead two different programs throughout the summer alternating weeks between these sessions. As a Sea Safari instructor you will be the safari guide for our youngest students by leading them through the different habitats of the barrier island. As a Sea Dawgs instructor you will an all boys program as you teach about the legendary sailors of the seven seas. Both programs will include field trips to the beach, marsh, fouling station, carnivorous plant bog, Center for Marine Science and NC Aquarium.

Student ages 5 - 7

Duties:

1. Provide “hands-on, feet-wet” instruction for campers age 5-7
2. Supervise campers in classroom, in field, and during snack
3. Provide first aid to campers
4. Behavior management
5. General clean up and maintenance of camp

Qualifications:

1. Must be able to lead and participate in outdoor learning experiences (rain or shine)
2. Must have strong oral communication skills to communicate effectively with campers, parents, and staff
3. Must demonstrate initiative and leadership qualities
4. Must have previous experience and desire to work with young children
5. Preference is for candidates who are in a degree program related to the marine sciences. Minimum requirement is one year towards a bachelor’s degree.
6. Knowledge of local marine habitats is a plus
7. CPR/First Aid is required (must be obtained by June 14, 2013)
8. Lifeguard Certification is required (must be obtained by June 14, 2013; MarineQuest typically organizes an American Red Cross class before staff training begins. Cost is approximately $250.00. If interested in this option, please contact Janie McAuliffe)

Terms of Employment:

1. June 16 through August 9, Monday through Friday
2. Training during the week of June 9 through June 14
3. Average work week is 22.5 hours, from 7:45am-12:15pm
4. Pay rate starts at $8.50/hr, dependent on qualifications

Employment is subject to a criminal and Homeland Security background check