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Environmental Educator / Day Camp Counselors (4)
Location: Martha‘s Vineyard

Teach campers ages 4 -13 about the nature and wildlife of Martha’s Vineyard. Provide guidance, instruction and supervision of campers in accordance with Mass Audubon’s educational goals, American Camp Association standards, and the state’s health and safety regulations. Work with our team to plan, prepare and conduct age appropriate lessons and hands-on activities. Lead explorations, stories, crafts, nature games and activities such as seashore exploration, insect studies and ponding. Programs focus on nature, ecological research, community service, and teambuilding activities. Some camp session activities may include kayaking, overnight campouts, and off-site field trips.

Responsibilities:

• Protect the physical and emotional welfare of campers, fellow staff, and self
• Work with peers to develop and teach nature camp lesson plans and prepare materials as needed
• Maintain an organized work environment and participate in daily Sanctuary cleaning tasks
• Lead public programs for visitors
• Assume additional related duties as requested

Essential Functions:

Applicants must be able to:

• Visually identify safety issues related to camp operation
• Monitor camp groups in all types of environments (forest, field, pond, shore) and listen for key safety concerns and alerts
• Navigate, run, and play on trails, and easily access all areas of Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary by foot
• Appropriately address and communicate with campers and guardians

Qualifications:

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old by June 19, 2013.
• Have experience and enjoy working with children.
• Have a strong interest in natural science, wildlife, and/or outdoor education.
• Show ability to design and implement nature-based lessons including games and crafts.
• Have certifications in community CPR (child and adult levels) and basic first aid current through August 2013 or willingness to obtain before June 19, 2013.
• Lifeguard certification is necessary for two of the positions available.
• Have experience leading youth groups independently and be organized and self-motivated.
• Candidates must be flexible and creative.
• Favorable completion of both the Criminal and Sex Offender Record Information (expanded CORI & SORI) according to Mass Audubon’s guidelines is necessary for employment. A private firm will perform out-of-state resident background checks.
• Provide documented proof of immunity or vaccination record as mandated by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and complete the camp’s health form and waiver.
• Successfully complete pre-camp training including Field School at Mass Audubon’s Wildwood Sanctuary, June 11-13, 2013.
• Be available June 10 - August 16, 2013 for 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Potential option to work through August 31, 2012.) As temporary seasonal employees, staff are paid for only the scheduled hours worked, and may be asked to take unpaid leave depending on camp enrollment.

Compensation and Benefits: $9.00-$12.00/hour based on qualifications. Some reduced cost shared housing opportunities may be available.

To inquire about this position:
Send cover letter, resume, and 3 references to:
Josey Kirkland, Education Coordinator & Day Camp Director
felixneckcamp@massaudubon.org
Fern & Feather Day Camp - Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
P.O. Box 494
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568
(508) 627-4850

Fax: (508) 627-6052

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Junior Environmental Educator / Day Camp Counselors (2)
Location: Martha‘s Vineyard

Assist Environmental Educator/ Day Camp Counselors with guidance, instruction and supervision of campers ages 4 - 13 in accordance with Mass Audubon’s educational goals, American Camp Association standards, and the state’s health and safety regulations. Junior staff will lead games; act as role models, assist in maintaining safety, and help children make friends and feel comfortable outdoors in nature. Junior Day Camp Counselors will have the opportunity to observe different instruction styles, and to lead activities such as explorations, stories, crafts, nature games, seashore walks, insect studies, and ponding under the supervision of an instructor.

Responsibilities:

• Protect the physical and emotional welfare of campers, fellow staff and self
• Prepare materials for activities as needed
• Lead songs and games for campers
• Maintain an organized work environment and participate in daily Sanctuary cleaning tasks
• Conduct public programs for visitors
• Assume additional related duties as requested

Essential Functions:

Applicants must be able to:

• Visually identify safety issues related to camp operation
• Monitor camp groups in all types of environments (forest, field, pond, shore) and listen for key safety concerns and alerts
• Navigate, run, and play on trails, and easily access all areas of Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary by foot
• Communicate with campers and their families in an appropriate and non-threatening way

Qualifications:

• Applicants must be at least 16 years old by June 19, 2013.
• Have experience and enjoy working with children and be creative and flexible
• Have a strong interest in natural science, wildlife and/or outdoor education
• Show an interest in designing and implementing nature-based activities including games and crafts
• Have certifications in community CPR (child and adult levels) and basic first aid current through August 2013 or be willing to obtain before June 19, 2013, lifeguard certification is a plus
• Favorable completion of both the Criminal and Sex Offender Record Information (expanded CORI & SORI) according to the Mass Audubon’s guidelines is necessary for employment. A private firm will perform out-of-state resident background checks
• Provide documented proof of immunity or vaccination record as mandated by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and complete the camp’s health form and waiver
• Provide the camp with a work permit from their school administrator (obtain once hired)
• Be available June 17 - August 16, 2013 for 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (As temporary seasonal employees, staff are paid only for the scheduled hours worked and may be asked to take unpaid leave depending on camp enrollment.)

Compensation and Benefits: $9.00/hour.

To inquire about this position:
Send cover letter, resume, and three references to:
Josey Kirkland, Education Coordinator & Day Camp Director
felixneckcamp@massaudubon.org
Fern & Feather Day Camp - Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
P.O. Box 494
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568
(508) 627-4850

Fax: (508) 627-6052

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Volunteering with Mass Audubon
Felix Neck offers a variety of exciting volunteer opportunities and internships for people of all interests and experience levels. Volunteers are valued members of the Mass Audubon team and provide an important link to our local communities. Whether you have a lifetime interest in nature or are just getting started, Felix Neck has a place for you.

Volunteer

Volunteer Opportunities
Location: Edgartown, MA

Citizen Scientists

YOU can help Felix Neck and the wildlife in our island backyard. Volunteers are needed to monitor salamanders, identify and record dragonflies and damselflies, survey breeding birds, count spawning horseshoe crabs, and more! Training is provided.

Qualifications: Enthusiasm and interest in natural history. Creative and flexible. Responsible and prompt. Ability to work without supervision required.

Visitor Services Assistant

Be the face of Felix Neck. Our Visitor Center needs volunteers to meet and greet visitors, answer phones, collect admissions, handle gift shop sales, register visitors for programs and answer questions about wildlife and the Sanctuary.

Qualifications: Volunteers must have a pleasant and professional manner and the ability to make visitors and callers feel welcome. Experience with or willingness to learn how to use a cash register and credit card machine. Training is provided. Three or four hour shifts available weekly or bi-weekly. Flexible schedules.

Education Program Assistant

Conduct environmental education programs at the Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary. Lead groups of visitors in hands-on discovery of the various habitats at Felix Neck. During the summer season education program volunteers lead Seashore Discovery programs for groups of visitors ranging in size from five to fifty-five people. Training is provided.

Qualifications: Enthusiasm and interest in natural history and environmental education. Creative and flexible. High school diploma and some teaching experience. Basic natural history science background and local natural history needed. Responsible and prompt. Minimum of 18 years of age. Able to commit to volunteering at least one day a week during the summer season.

Property/Ecological Management

If you enjoy working outdoors, you can help Felix Neck by participating in a wide variety of property and maintenance projects, such as invasive species removal, trail maintenance, buildings and grounds work, light carpentry, and painting. Help care for the sanctuary and enjoy a few hours of fresh air, fun and fulfillment. Carpentry skills welcome. Nature lovers appreciated.

Qualifications: Must be 18 years of age or older. Some tasks may require heavy lifting. Ability to work without supervision required.

Gardening

Share your skills or learn new ones in our beautiful butterfly garden. Work on your own or have fun with others on scheduled volunteer days. Ability to work without supervision required.

Group Projects

Do you have a group that needs a community service project? If you do, then Felix Neck is the place for you on Martha’s Vineyard. We are looking for groups of between 10 and 25 people to work on various projects on the Sanctuary that center around trail work and ecological management. Please call to schedule your group.

Special Events

Our Fall Festival, the day after Thanksgiving, attracts hundreds of people. Join us in the festivities by taking admissions, assisting in the craft tent, or serving food.

Special Projects

If you have a special talent or interest that you would like to share with Felix Neck, we invite you to meet with us and let us know of your ideas and special skills. Previous projects have included mural painting, butterfly garden design, wood duck box construction, screen house construction, and curriculum development. Your creative energies are welcome.

To inquire about this position:
To inquire about volunteer positions, please contact:
Marion Hammond, Office Administrator
mhammond@massaudubon.org
Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
PO Box 494
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568
(508) 627-4850 ext 101

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