ATX KIDS CLUB - Field Trip Leader

About Us

ATX KIDS CLUB is an Austin-based non-profit that helps youth develop self-confidence and independence by fearlessly exploring their city on year-round urban field trip adventures. Our program and curriculum are designed to create a space for campers to discover a new sense of self, place, and adventure by expanding their sense of the world around them. We partner with local organizations and businesses that help create life-changing adventures for our kids.

Culture: We are committed to cultivating an organizational culture that is deeply rooted in our core values of respect, integrity, and honesty. We create and implement programs with a keen awareness of cultural differences and treat all campers, staff, volunteers, and community partners with respect and appreciation.

Position Description: The Field Trip Leader positions will be responsible for leading campers, ages 4-8 or 8-12 on high-quality, life-changing adventure field-trips through our Summer Camp Adventures program. We are looking for applicants to join our team that thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and will be self-motivated and have a strong work ethic. As a member of the ATX KIDS CLUB Team, Field Trip Leaders will report directly to the Program Specialists.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Develop positive relationships with participants, parents, partners, and other staff to ensure high levels of satisfaction
- Collect necessary program data to support grant outcomes and impact
- Maintain compliance with all safety and program standards
- Travel within Austin on CapMetro with a small group of campers (8:1 ratio) to a set destination for a different educational experience each day

Qualifications and Skills:

• - 1+ years of experience in child/youth development or related field
  - Excellent interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
  - Strong initiative, self-motivated, critical thinker
  - Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  - Skill working with diverse clients and communities
  - Ability to facilitate cooperative work
  - Ability to communicate effectively with children/youth and foster their involvement and participation
  - Must be at least 20 years of age with a valid Texas driver’s license, reliable transportation, and safe driving record.
  - Working Cell Phone

Compensation and Benefits:

$22.00/hourly

How to Apply: Next Steps: If you are interested in joining the ATX KIDS CLUB team, please send a letter of interest and a current resume to Jobs@atxkidsclub.org.
Summer Camp Hours are 8:30am - 5:30pm. Program runs May 28 – August 16, 2024. Required to attend Training (May 17th, May 20-23, 2024) and Kick-off Celebration on May 19th.

Application Deadline: Open until filled