Denali Discovery Camp Instructor

Love camping, outdoor education, and the National Park System? Spend two weeks in Denali National Park leading a group of 10 campers in a hybrid day camp/overnight camping trip alongside a park ranger at Denali Discovery Camp.

Job Duration:   June 15-16 (Training), 19-23, 26-30

Reports to:       Youth Programs Manager

Overview:

Denali Discovery Camp is a week-long program offered in partnership with the National Park Service through the Murie Science and Learning Center. Our goal is to provide an educational opportunity for youth (grades 1st through 8th) to experience Denali National Park in a fun and safe manner.  We are looking for enthusiastic instructors who are passionate about getting kids outdoors to explore nature’s classroom. 

Position Responsibilities:

Instructors will lead educational hikes, create engaging hands-on learning activities, and lead an overnight camping trip in Denali National Park.  Regular duties include:

• Work collaboratively with a team of camp instructors, including National Park Rangers
• Attend a mandatory full-day instructor training on June 15th and 16th
• Prep food and gear at the start of the camp week, and clean and put away food and gear at the end of the camp week. Some work may be required over the weekend.  
• Supervise up to 10 youths in an outdoor setting
• Create and facilitate hands-on environmental learning activities that are age-appropriate
• Facilitate and guide campers with Leave No Trace principles
• Serve as mentor to high school-aged Instructor in Training
• Follow and enforce COVID protocols as outlined by NPS, DEC, and State and Federal agencies
• Create a safe learning environment for campers to explore and connect with the natural world around them 

Qualifications: 

• High School Diploma
• Pursuing Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
• Experience and a passion for working with youth
• Current CPR/First Aid certification (Wilderness First Responder or Wilderness First Aid preferred) or ability to obtain

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

• Naturalist/Environmental Education experience
• Knowledge of Denali National Park and the surrounding area
• Outdoor technical skills (camping, orienteering, wildlife safety, etc.)

Disclaimer:

This position description reflects the Denali Education Center’s best effort to describe the essential functions and qualifications of this job. It is neither an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications nor a contract. 

To Apply: Email a letter of interest and resume to Shannon Conway at youth@denali.org

Visit our website for more information: denali.org/employment