Fall Outdoor Science School Counselor
Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: $16.90-$18.00
Outdoor Science School Camp Counselor - Part Time
-Location:Irvine Ranch Outdoor Education Center, Orange, CA
-Wage:$16.90- $18.00/hour | up to 30 hours/week
Love the great outdoors and the sciences? Imagine teachingyouthabout these topics in our extraordinary location.
Werehiring Outdoor ScienceSchoolCamp Counselors at the Irvine Ranch Outdoor Education Center, part of Scouting America Orange County Council
About Us:
The mission ofScouting Americais to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices throughout their lives by instilling the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
Our 210-acre outdoor education center hosts thousands ofyouthfrom across Southern California and beyondfor our multiple day outdoor science camp,field trips, and weekend adventures.Were locatedin the heart of Orange County, andlimited housing is availablefor staff.
Season starts:September,2026
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18 years oldor be able toacquirea work permit
- A degree in education or science is preferred; equivalent work experience is accepted.
- Previousexperience working with youth in educational or recreational settings.
- Must pass alivescanbackground check and complete required training (provided).
- Able to become a registered member of Scouting America.
- Must have or be willing to obtain certification in Adult/Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED (training provided once per season).
- Comfortable working variable shiftsinoutdoor conditions.
JOB DUTIES
- Willing to work with all age groups; elementary, middle school,andhigh school.
- Ability to positivelymaintaina focused learning environment in a variety of situations and settings.
- Exceptional attention to detail concerning participants' needs.
- Comfortable leading songs, skits, and large group games.
- Demonstrategeneralknowledge and understanding ofCaliforniahistory and various science fields.Useteaching techniques to dynamically presentwritten curriculumand underlying principles of these disciplines to students.
- Ensure that safety and protocol are followedin accordancewithAmerican Camp Association and Scouting America.
- Work with supervisors to resolve participant behavior problems using compassionate de-escalation techniques and director support.
- Assistin the inventory and maintenance of equipment.
- Work as part of a team with other IROEC staff members and use interpersonal communication techniques to ensure the success of the program and positive work environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Schedule &Pay:
- Pay:$16.90$18.00/hour
- Type:Part-time (up to 30 hours/week)
- Shifts:Daytime(8:00AM5:00 PM) orEvening(4:15PM9:00 PM)
- Flexible schedule | Weekday availability preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonableaccommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee isfrequentlyrequired to stand, walk, or hike for extended periods.
- This job requires the use of hands to handle, control or feel objects or tools.
- Employees must be able to lift or move items weighing up to 25 pounds unassisted.
- This position requires the employee to work outdoors, exposed to allvaryingweather conditions as well as plant life and insects.
LearnMore:
To Learn more about our locations and mission, visit:https://ocscoutingoutdoors.org/