Overview
Thorne Nature Experience Summer Camp Staff
Thorne Summer Camp Instructors are fun, collaborative and love being in nature with kids!
With over 60 years of expertise leading outdoor programs, we combine the best activities of summer–crafting, nature art, wild nature play, survival skills and scientific discovery–into one camp.
Thorne offers two-weeklong day camps in Boulder and Lafayette for children ages 5-15. Because Thorne believes that nature is for everyone, 25% of our campers receive full scholarships.
We are currently hiring for the following positions: Summer Camp Instructor, Bilingual Summer Camp Instructor, Extended Care Lead and Extended Care Assistant.
What makes an excellent Thorne Summer Camp Instructor?
You…
LOVE to play outside
Thrive in a role as a mentor and consider yourself a “life-long learner”
Enjoy engaging with children through outdoor exploration
Are curious about nature and capable of being outdoors in various weather conditions
Are prepared to embrace the unforeseen joys and challenges of a day at camp
Are highly relational and an effective communicator
Care about equity and diversity
Enjoy working in a progressive, intentional team of talented individuals
Full position descriptions are on Thorne’s website. http://www.thornenature.org/get-involved/employment/.
Qualifications:
Must be 18 or older
Experience or interest in teaching in an outdoor setting
Good organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks and roles, patiently and professionally
Experience relating to and communicating with diverse audiences, especially Latinx participants and families preferred
People of Color encouraged to apply
Bilingual in Spanish/English eligible for bonus
About Thorne Nature Experience
To build Earth stewardship by providing youth with joyful, hands-on, place-based environmental education experiences that foster an emotional connection to nature.
