Camp Glen Brook is a year-round experiential education facility in Southwestern New Hampshire. We are seeking the newest member of our year-round staff to serve as an educator, mentor, and director, and to bring a focus of environmental sustainability and homesteading skills to the development of the program. We are looking for someone to join as a leader in our passionate and productive community, with a focus on the Gap Semester Program, as well as our Spring and Summer programs.

General Responsibilities

Plan, direct, supervise, and provide dynamic gap programs for 18 - 21 year olds in keeping with Glen Brook's mission.
Hire, manage, and support the Gap staff.
Help with hiring, training, and management of Summer Camp Staff, and assume a leadership role in Summer Camp.
Support other spring programs.

Specific Responsibilities

Develop curriculum for Gap programs and work with Glen Brook staff to coordinate interdepartmental overlap in the curriculum.
Plan daily, weekly, and monthly schedule for programs.
Hire and supervise Gap Program Instructor(s) and adjunct staff.
Oversee Enrollment process:
- Follow all enrollment protocols and timelines.
- Communicate with applicants.
- Evaluate each applicant; check references, medical follow-ups, etc.
- Maintain relationships with schools, guidance departments, and education consultants.
Plan and execute an annual program review and annual performance review of all gap staff.
Help to market the program.
Maintain membership and accreditation in the Gap Year Association.
Assume a leadership role in Summer Camp, and assist in management and training of Summer Staff.
Participate in spring school and family programs delivery at Glen Brook.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation at Glen Brook is based on experience, and exceeds the industry standard.
Meals provided when programs are running.
Four weeks paid vacation.
The ability to buy into our Health Insurance Plan.
Pension after one year.
Being part of a meaningful and energetic community that is engaged in making the world a better place.

Qualifications

Love of teaching and mentoring youth, with documented and referenced previous teaching experience.
Experience with outdoor education, mentoring, trip leading, farming, and cooking.
Experience in a broad scope of environmental sustainability, and a passion for teaching both hands-on projects and classroom content on these topics.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion: demonstrated cultural competence and ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
Excellent computer and organizational skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal communication skills.
Commitment to youth development.
Demonstrated leadership ability.
Clean driving record.
Desire to impart respect and stewardship for the environment.

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