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Description
~ Clemson University's Youth Learning Institute (YLI) is a vital component of Clemson's youth outreach effort and helps fulfill the University's mission of public service by using the research and knowledge of University faculty and staff to develop programs that especially reach youth. ~
More than 100,000 young people participate annually in over 100 programs held at our leadership centers, ranging from one-day school training to two-week residential programs.
Clemson University has been offering experiential education to the youth of South Carolina since 1934. Since that time, Clemson camping has touched the lives of more than 250,000 participants. Initially founded as summer 4-H camps, our mission has expanded beyond traditional programming to include other young people and adults. YLI now operates programs year-round and employs more than 250 staff members.
YLI partners with numerous organizations, such as the S.C. Department of Social Services, the Coalition for Natural Resource Education, American Diabetic Association, S.C. Department of Juvenile Justice, Santee Cooper and Columbia College to develop and implement training and education programs that positively impact youth.
The program combines a unique opportunity to work in varied curriculums and educate children in forestry/mountain ecology.
Exploration Hannon teaches students how to determine if a new plot of land is acceptable for human life. From hiking to the waterfall to learn about mountain and aquatic ecology to stream mapping and a zip line canopy tour , this program uses exciting activities to enable children to learn by participating in hands-on activities. Exploration Hannon takes you through an experience that will last you a lifetime.
Position Overview
Outdoor Youth Development Program Description:
The Alternative School is a program, which works with expelled or suspended students from the county school district. The program focuses on behavior modification and incorporates problem solving skills, interpersonal and intrapersonal awareness, outdoor skills, high adventure, science, outdoor education, and experiential activities to teach and improve behavior.
The school runs on a regular schedule with the students arriving by bus in the mornings and picked up in the afternoon. Students stay over night every other week for field trips and short adventure trips as well as multi-day adventure trips throughout the school year.
We are seeking instructors to work with this program. The program has a staff of 5-6 that work with 20-25 students. The program works both in and out of the classroom setting. To find out more about us you can go on our website.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for children during programming.
- Develop and teach classes in specified areas (such as Math, Science, English, Social Studies, high adventure, personal development, tripping, etc...).
- Write weekly lesson plans for the classes you are teaching.
- Be actively involved in all program activities, leading and participating in evening recreational and instructional times and multi-day trips and activities.
- Assist in developing a personalized treatment plan for each student.
- Assist with routine clean up and set up of program areas.
- Perform direct supervision of children while involved with activities.
- Counsel students in conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
- Facilitate groups utilizing adventure activities.
Qualifications
- Must have experience teaching at-risk students (behavior or learning differences).
- Must have patience, understanding, flexibility, and a high level 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 outdoor adventure events.
Compensation: $550 - $600 twice a month plus room and board and a sickness/accidental insurance plan.
To Apply
Please click below: "Apply Now Online!" to email your resume and three references to Candice Heatherly with "Outdoor Youth Development Program Field Instructor" indicated in the subject line.