INTERNSHIP IN ENVIRONMENTAL AND ADVENTURE EDUCATION

Echo Hill Outdoor School provides residential learning experiences designed to introduce and acclimate children to the outdoors and foster respect for and awareness of themselves, each other and their environment. Course areas include: Ecology of the Chesapeake Bay conducted on historic work boats, Swamp Ecology including Swamp Canoe and Swamp Walks; Group and Individual Development on our low and high element challenge course; Outdoor Skills in classes like Orienteering and Survival; and History and the Human Environment with classes such as Early American Studies and the “Mystery Tour”, an exploration of the cultural and historical landscape of Kent County.

 

The program is flexible so as to meet the needs of a wide range of students, typically 3rd through 9th grade, from both public and private schools as well as college students and adults of all ages.

 

Responsibilities include: assisting and/or co-teaching instructional courses with experienced staff, creation and implementation of new curriculum ideas, overnight tent or dormitory duty for groups, supervision of students, and assisting with special programs and events.

 

Qualifications: Individuals pursuing careers in the areas of education, recreation, and other related work are encouraged to apply. Experience working with and relating to children and people of all ages is extremely beneficial.  We are seeking motivated, energetic individuals with creativity, commitment and a passion for the outdoors.

 

Benefits: Full room and board is a condition of this residential position. A weekly stipend (typically ranges from $250-$300) is included along with use of the school’s natural setting and facilities during personal time.

 

Deadline: Applications are welcome year-round.  Primary starting dates are in March, June and late August.

 

To Apply: If you are interested in a challenging and rewarding experience, please send cover letter, resume, two phone reference contacts and one written recommendation letter to:

 

 

Betsy Z. McCown

 jobs@ehos.org

Echo Hill Outdoor School

13655 Bloomingneck Road

Worton, Maryland 21678

(410)-348-5880

www.ehos.org

 

 

 

 

 

           Additional Internship Information

 

 

Echo Hill Outdoor School provides residential learning experiences designed to introduce and acclimate children to the outdoors and foster awareness of and respect for themselves, each other and their environment. The program is flexible so as to meet the needs of a wide range of students, typically 3rd through 9th grade, from both public and private schools as well as college students and adults of all ages.

 

We are seeking motivated, energetic individuals who believe in the value of outdoor and environmental education for people of all ages, are passionate about being in the outdoors, and are committed to their personal growth and development as educators.

 

 

Internship Duties and Responsibilities

Assist the teaching staff with all aspects of the school curriculum including planning, co-teaching and assessing classes.
Overnight tent or cabin responsibility for groups of seven to ten children during the length of their stay (two to five days).
Assist teaching staff in the supervision of students at all times (during meals, free time, etc).
Assist in the creation and implementation of new course and curriculum ideas.
Active involvement in the end of week staff assessment of visiting groups and general operation.
Minimal maintenance duties (upkeep of the campus and facilities), a responsibility of all our staff.
Completion of a special project of the intern’s design.
Interns are encouraged to create their own goals and objectives for their experience. The internship should be integrated into the intern’s course of study. It is extremely beneficial for the intern to maintain a journal throughout their tenure at Echo Hill.

 

 

Orientation, Supervision, and Evaluation provided during the Internship

The Intern will be given a complete overview of the organizations functions and how their role as an intern will relate to the work of others.
An internship guideline will be created by the Intern and the Supervisor to ensure that the needs of both are met and understood.
The Intern will have weekly meetings with a staff member. Constructive feedback is an integral aspect of these evaluations.
When applicable, contact with the Intern’s college or university is made on a regular basis.
 

 

Qualifications

Internships are available to undergraduate and graduate students with coursework in education, environmental science or biology, recreation, psychology, challenge course learning and related fields. Experience working with children of all ages is desired. Residential experience is beneficial.

 

 

Deadlines

Fall (Late August through November)………………..…….July 15th

Spring (March through June)………………………….…..February 15th

Summer (June through August)……………………………April 15th

Full and Part Time positions are available for all seasons.