Welcome to Wildlife Safari’s brand new education opportunity!

WHO:  YOU!…If you are a teacher, community member, or college student who is interested in inspiring 4th-7th grade students to learn about science, the environment, and animals.

WHAT:   The Safari Science Camp Counselor program provides an opportunity for teachers, community members, and college students to help run Wildlife Safari’s brand new education program for 4th – 7th grade students, Safari Science Camp. Counselors work with high school age Counselors-In-Training (CIT’s) as well as Wildlife Safari staff members and guest educators. Together, we will teach the campers in a fun and entertaining manner, in a friendly environment, while having lots of fun ourselves!

Activities will be hands-on, and will include animal encounters, nature walks, creative games, arts and crafts, and behind the scenes tours of Wildlife Safari. This session, we will study aspects of habitat. There will be opportunities to develop parts of the curriculum and activities at counselor training meetings. Counselors will be expected to be able to follow a lesson plan and lead some activities.

WHEN:   Camp days are March 26-28 from 9:15am – 3:45pm (spring break).
Three mandatory training/orientation meetings are March 19 from 6-8pm, March 24 and 25 from 4:00-7:00pm.
 
WHY:  Have a unique and fun Spring Break! Contribute to the education of community youth! Build your teaching experience! Be a role model to both campers and CIT’s! A very nominal stipend will also be provided.

SKILLS DESIRED:

• Experience and/or interest in teaching 4th – 7th grade students
• Solid science background and strong interest in environmental education
• “Summer camp” experience or other leadership experiences
• Ability to work well with others and give/follow directions
• A positive, cooperative, energetic attitude!

HOW:  Print out this document and fill in the application below.   Either send your application to Wildlife Safari, or bring to the main office at the park.  Questions? Don’t hesitate to call us or email education
 
 

Name __________________________________ Today’s Date___________________

Address________________________________________________________________

Day Phone_____________ Eve Phone_______________ E-mail__________________

Present Occupation___________________________ Social Sec. #_________________

Reference:  Please do not use family members.
Name________________________________ Phone________________________

Description of Relationship________________________________________________

Education Background:
High School:_______________________________________Grad. Date:__________
College:____________________ Major:________________ Grad. Date:___________
Further Education:_______________________________________________________
Any other special training or certificates:____________________________________

Questions:  Please answer the ollowing questions to help us get to know you better.  You may supplement your application with your resume if you have one.
 
1)  What do you hope to gain from participating in this program?
 
 

2.  Have you ever held a leadership position at a camp before?  If so, what age group did you work with?  What skills did you acquire?  Describe your experience.
 
 

3.  What special skills, experience, or talents can you bring to your group of campers, CIT's and fellow counselors?
 
 

4.  Describe your interest and background in science and with animals.
 
 

5.  Describe relevant previous job and volunteer experience..
 
 

Are you able to attend the training meetings, held March 19 from 6-8pm and March 24 and 25 from 4-7pm?
Yes____    No____

• I am 18 years of age or over at the date of this application.
• I have not been convicted of any violent or sexual crimes involving any person.
• I have never been adjudged liable for civil penalties or damages involving sexual or physical abuse of children or adults.
• I am not subject to any court order involving sexual or physical abuse of any person.
• I hereby authorize you to contact my reference and verify information on this application.
• I agree to make every effort to build the self-esteem of every camper and CIT and will not take any action that is inconsistent with building self-esteem.
• I understand that the stipend will be mailed upon my successful conclusion of the program.
• I understand that making any false statement on this application will be sufficient cause for discharge.
• I understand that this is an application, not a guarantee of position.