Youth Science Institute (YSI) is seeking summer camp instructors for the 2010 season. The Extended Day Summer Science Camp program, which we initiated last summer, supplements our regular science camps by offering an all day program to accommodate a greater number of children. Extended Camp activities include arts and crafts, story time, indoor and outdoor games and activities, hikes, and quiet time. We have live animals, natural history exhibits, indoor and outdoor game equipment, craft supplies, cooking facilities, audio and video equipment, and a knowledgeable staff to help you create an engaging and fun experience for children in the afternoons after their morning camps.

Camps are one week long, Monday – Friday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., and run from June 14 to August 13. Camps are held at three nature centers in Santa Clara Valley parks - Alum Rock Park, Vasona County Park, and Sanborn County Park.

Responsibilities
• Plan and prepare activities including arts and crafts, games, hikes, and stories
• Work with children in an engaging and enthusiastic manner
• Insure the safety and well-being of children
• Mentor and supervise camp aides
• Exhibit maturity, diplomacy and common sense in working with parents, children, and staff

Desired Qualifications
• Ability to work with children grades K through 6th
• Degree, course work, or experience in education or child development preferred
• Excellence in written, verbal and visual communication; planning and implementation; working independently, and working collaboratively
• Personable individual who enjoys working with the public
• Ability to lift and carry 30 pounds for short distances and to sustain physical activity, such as hiking
• Posses a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and have access to a car
• Hiring preference given to qualified candidates who can commit to more than four weeks.

Terms of Employment
• This is a seasonal position.
• Salary range is $12.00 - $14.00 per hour.
• Offer of employment is contingent upon finger printing, a background check, and TB test. The finger printing and TB
tests are done at the expense of the applicant.

Youth Science Institute (YSI) is a nonprofit Silicon Valley leader in hands-on science education. We partner with nature to
teach science to 30,000 pre-school through 12th grade students annually. YSI school programs, after-school programs, and
summer camps bridge today’s critical science education gap to inspire enthusiasm for science and a love of learning. At YSI,
children develop the critical thinking skills necessary for academic success, and forge connections with nature that foster
personal vitality and stewardship.

Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled. Please send your cover letter, resume and YSI job application.
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Ken Sakoi, Education and Site Manager
Youth Science Institute
296 Garden Hill Drive, Los Gatos, CA 95032
Phone: (408) 356-4945 ext. 27 E-mail: sakoi@ysi-ca.org Fax: (408) 358-3683

YSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.