Point Fermin Outdoor Education Center (Located San Pedro, CA)

DUTIES

• Instruct LAUSD students during their visit to science camp near the sea! Point Fermin OEC serves elementary, middle and high school students for 3-day/2-night adventure outings (Mon-Wed or Wed-Fri)

• Create and implement guided activities

• Instruct students in NGSS standards-based program curriculum

• Lead team building activities, games, crafts and songs

• Model and counsel students in appropriate behavior

• Ensure the health and safety of students

• Promote a positive team atmosphere

• Assist with unloading and/or loading of student luggage

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPECTATIONS

• You MUST enjoy working with children (4th-12th grades) and have a sincere desire to make their science camp visit as exciting and memorable as possible

• Minimum 18 years old and high school graduate or GED

• Commit to working the entire school year (August 2021 – June 2022) 

• Able to pass FBI and DOJ background checks; willing to be TB tested

• Willing to be certified in First Aid and CPR

• Previous experience working with children in a formal work setting preferred

• Priority given to applicants with teaching experience, particularly in natural sciences

• Able to supervise up to 20 students with minimal supervision

• Able to safely lead and instruct student groups on city walks to visit local attractions and points of interest (1 to 3 miles roundtrip)

• Concern for equity and diversity and creating a safe space for all

• Consistently perform with a high level of responsibility and integrity

• Access to consistent, reliable transportation

• Program staff assume the responsibility of parents/caregivers in what is often a child's first experience away from home and family - they are leaders, friends, teachers, problem solvers, mediators, expectation upholders and, most importantly, positive role models for students

SHIFT & COMPENSATION

• 3-day/2-night weekly shifts available: Mon 9:30 a.m. to Wed 12:30 p.m. or Wed 12 p.m. to Fri 1 p.m.; various breaks throughout the shift

• Instructors are paid 24 hours each shift at $20.71 per hour (~$497 per shift)

• This is a part-time temporary classified position; accrued sick days; no holiday or vacation pay

• Paid training and ongoing access to LAUSD’s Professional Learning Network and Organizational Excellence Training

• Access to discounted event tickets and amusement parks through LAUSD Employee Recreation Unit

• Make a positive difference in children’s lives!

TO APPLY, SEND RESUME TO ALEXANDRA.VANHORN@LAUSD.NET