Clemson University Youth Learning Institute

UPDATES: Hiring for 2022!

Hiring:

To Apply: Send resumes to Candice Heatherly at ceharpe@clemson.edu

Camp Bob Cooper, Summerton, SC

Teaching Kids about the Environment (K.A.T.E.): Located on Lake Marion in the Midlands, KATE explores how natural environments function, and particularly, how human beings can manage behavior and ecosystems to live sustainably. Students will conduct scientific studies of the interrelated patterns, processes, flora, fauna and ecosystems in terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Activities include aquatic ecology, forestry studies, soil science, wildlife ecology, team building, a climbing tower, high ropes courses, archery, canoeing, birding and more.

Work Dates: Mid-February to May 2022 

Location: Summerton, South Carolina

Principle Duties: 

• Regularly teach at least two curriculum components in the field study programs

• Lead students in daily program activities (wake-up, flagpole, meals, canteen, and campfire).

• Be actively involved in all program activities, leading and participating in evening recreational and instructional times as scheduled. 

• Assist with routine clean up and set up of program areas. 

• Perform direct supervision of children while involved with activities. 

• Facilitate groups utilizing adventure activities. 

Qualifications: 

• BA or BS in Environmental Education, Natural Sciences, Forestry, Geology, Education, Marine Science, or Wildlife Biology. 

• Must have the patience, understanding, flexibility, and a lot of energy.

• Must demonstrate teaching skills and the ability to implement creative “hands on” teaching methods. 

• Must be willing to sacrifice, adapt and work hard as part of a team pursuing an objective.

• Must be physically able to perform the tasks required to teach outdoors.

• Must be willing to work long hours. 

Pay Scale: 

Twice a month pay of $600-$650 plus room, board, and a sickness/accidental insurance

To Apply: Send resumes to Candice Heatherly at ceharpe@clemson.edu

Camp Hannon: Sunset, SC

Exploration Hannon: Located in the upstate Blue Ridge Mountains. A mountain geology and ecology field study program designed around the processes and skills of scientific inquiry. Students will discover science concepts and engage in scientific thinking through investigations that explore the topographical phenomenon called the Blue Ridge Escarpment - a drastic and sudden 3,000-foot shift in elevation from flat piedmont to steep mountains. Activities include stream mapping, map and compass, mountain geology and ecology, aquatic ecology, zip lines, a climbing tower and more.

Sewee Coastal Retreat Center, Awendaw, SC

Expedition Sewee: Located on the coast north of Charleston. This program offers an unforgettable study of coastal ecosystems; how they function, what they provide and why they’re important to preserve. Students and teachers will explore beaches, salt marshes, landforms and cultural resources of the Low Country. Surrounded by the Francis Marion National Forest and the Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge, Expedition Sewee is perfectly staged to give students an up-close look at plant and animal interactions in the natural world. Activities include salt marsh studies, a barrier island beach study, boat rides, birding, crabbing, cast netting, games and more. (Must have Marine Science degree or experience.)

Principle Duties:  

• Regularly teach at least two curriculum components in the field study programs

• Lead students in daily program activities (wake-up, flagpole, meals, canteen, and campfire).

• Be actively involved in all program activities, leading and participating in evening recreational and instructional times as scheduled. 

• Assist with routine clean up and set up of program areas. 

• Perform direct supervision of children while involved with activities. 

• Facilitate groups utilizing adventure activities. 

Qualifications: 

• BA or BS in Environmental Education, Natural Sciences, Forestry, Geology, Education, Marine Science, or Wildlife Biology. 

• Must have the patience, understanding, flexibility, and a lot of energy.

• Must demonstrate teaching skills and the ability to implement creative “hands on” teaching  methods. 

• Must be willing to sacrifice, adapt and work hard as part of a team pursuing an objective.

• Must be physically able to perform the tasks required to teach outdoors.

• Must be willing to work long hours. 

Pay Scale: 

Twice a month pay of $600-$650 plus room, board, and a sickness/accidental insurance

To Apply: Please send resumes to Candice Heatherly at ceharpe@clemson.edu

Description:  

Oversees and coordinates the programs for summer camp, Field Studies, quarterly rentals, portable  programs, and adventure-based programs at Camp Bob Cooper through Clemson University’s Youth  Learning Institute. Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates staff for each of these programs and manages  the daily operations.  

Job duties:  

Supervision: Oversees staff and participants in the summer camp programs by recruiting and hiring  support staff, training staff in teaching, curriculum design, program evaluation and implementing best  practices into programs. Schedules, supervises, and coordinates all component of staff work and  activities. Evaluates staff based on performance data. Manages summer camp programs. 

Administration and Management: Manages the daily operations of summer camp, Field Studies,  quarterly rentals, Crew, portable programs and adventure-based programs. Responsible for all  marketing and development of field study programs to reach seasonal goals. Compiles participant  evaluations and completes necessary reports for all assigned programs. Develops schedules for  programming as well as routine maintenance and operations of the assigned facilities. Responsible for  inventory and organization of program equipment. 

Leadership: Serves as part of the management team consisting of the Program Director, Facility Director  and site assistant directors.  

Training: Performs and provides training for program participant safety regulations in accordance with  ACA guidelines. Other duties assigned. 

Location: Camp Bob Cooper in Summerton, SC

Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s Degree 

• Experience in youth development, outdoor education, and/or camping.  

• Supervisor experience preferred.  

• Must have patience, understanding, flexibility, and a lot of energy. 

• Must demonstrate teaching skills and the ability to implement creative “hands on” teaching methods.  -Must be willing to sacrifice, adapt, and work hard as part of a team pursuing an objective.  -Must be physically able to perform the tasks required to teach outdoors.  

• Must be willing to work long hours.  

Pay:  

$30,000-$38,000/year depending on experience. Housing is included. Insurance and retirement options. 

Additional Information About Clemson University Youth Learning Institute:

YLI exists to accomplish three goals.

Foster research opportunities that engage Clemson faculty and immerse Clemson students in solving REAL problems.

Create, deliver and evaluate programs that build individual capacity, address needs of communities, and fulfill the outreach mission of Clemson University.

Serve as a resource to external agencies, equipping them with the best practice knowledge of Clemson University.