Sustainability Lead Instructor
$1,750–$1,850 year
On-siteGlen Jean, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Instruct and engage groups of 5-20 Scouts (ages 11-17) in sustainability and ecology merit badges while promoting Leave No Trace principles and modeling the Scout Oath and Law. Coordinate instructional materials and accurate advancement paperwork, then assist with setup, maintenance, and takedown of program and camping areas. Maintain a clean, organized, inspected, neat, and safe work area while participating in camp-wide activities like campfires and evening programs. Perform additional duties assigned by SBR leadership and abide by staff handbook policies. Complete the Annual Health and Medical Record and work 55+ hours daily. Live in a 10'x12' platform tent in Staff Camp wearing the Summit Staff Uniform.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum age: 18+
- Comfortable speaking and presenting in front of youth and adults
- Willing to become a registered Scouting America member (includes background screening)
- Comfortable using Microsoft Teams for daily work-related communication
- Ability to stand, walk, and hike, up to 8 hours daily
- Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds
- Complete the Annual Health and Medical Record, including height/weight guidelines
- Housing: 10'x12' platform tent in Staff Camp
- Uniform: Summit Staff Uniform
- Work Hours: 55+
- High-level emotional intelligence (such as self/social awareness and team dynamics)
- Positive and cheerful attitude with a strong customer-service focus
- Adaptability in a fast-paced environment with ability to learn/develop hard and soft skills
- Ability to connect with individuals from diverse age groups, maturity, and backgrounds
Desired Qualifications
- Previous ecology, sustainability, biology, science, or Scouting experience
- Certified as a Leave No Trace Level II instructor or National Camping School Ecology/Conservation Director
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