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  3. Christodora - Manice Education Center
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  6. Northeast US - CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT
  7. Seasonal
  8. March 18, 2013
  9. Until Filled
  10. June 8th
  11. Educational staff at the Manice Education Center (MEC) work closely together in a supportive atmosphere teaching small, coed groups (10-12 students) of New York City (NYC) public school students in a variety of outdoor classroom settings. Together, all educators on staff facilitate debates, science labs, cooperative games, group initiatives, and campfires for groups of approximately forty students. Educators in our spring/fall sessions will lead 3 day field trips at MEC for our partner public schools in NYC. Educators in our summer session can expect to lead an average of 6 backpacking and/or canoeing expeditions, ranging from 2 to 5 days in length.  
  12. • Develop and deliver experientially focused educational opportunities for students ages 11-18 in environmental science and leadership training courses
    • Facilitate low ropes course elements and group initiatives
    • Safely lead groups on both day and extended backcountry excursions
    • Overnight supervision of students (max. 7) in cabin style tents
    • Mentor, support, and empower Outdoor Educator Assistants
  13. • Adventurous spirit, willingness to learn, passion for the outdoors, and enjoys connecting with urban youth.
    • Experience in outdoor education, wilderness navigation, leadership training.
    • BA/BS in related discipline preferred. Significant professional experience considered.
    • Spring/Fall Educators: Current First Aid and CPR certifications
    • Summer Educators: 
        o Wilderness First Aid and CPR certifications or ability & commitment to successfully obtain during employer sponsored trainings. 
        o Waterfront Lifeguard Certification is preferred. Employer sponsored courses at MEC are available in summer training.
    • Spanish/English Bilingual a plus.
    • Valid driver’s license preferred.
    • Background clearances and medical physical required. Initial drug screening may be required.
  14. • Competitive salary. Lodging (cabin tents), basic amenities, excellent food service, and outdoor equipment discounts.
    • 1 week paid vacation days between summer and fall programs.
    • Enjoy living in a unique outdoor setting, and be a part of a one hundred-year tradition of developing a constructive, supportive community through hard work, play, and dedication to our mission.
  15. Summer: 6-8 to 8-24-14
    • Environmental Education Program/Center
    • Experiential Education
    • Group Facilitation & Processing
    • Outdoor Education Center
    • Seasonal Program
    • Summer Camp
    • Youth - General
    • Community Service
    • Cross-cultural Interaction
    • Backpacking
    • Hiking
    • Orienteering
    • Initiative Games & Problem Solving Activities
    • Challenge Course - Low
    • Canoeing - flatwater
    • Swimming
    • First Aid
    • Environmental Studies
  19. Send cover letter, resume, and 3 reference contacts (feel free to add wilderness, leadership, and education portfolios) to Matthew Scholl, M.E.C. Director @ employment@christodora.org; or mail to: M.E.C. 68 Savoy Road, Florida, MA 01247; Tel.: 413-663-8463; Fax: 413.663.5399.
  21. Christodora - Manice Education Center
  22. http://www.christodora-summer.org/employment-opportunities.html
  23. 68 Savoy Road
  25. Town of Florida
  26. MA
  27. 01247
  28. US
  29. 413-663-8463
  30. 413-663-5399
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