: Ecocamp Naturalist Reference Form :

The Glen Helen Outdoor Education Center (OEC) is affiliated with Antioch College in Yellow Springs, Ohio. The OEC has been offering residential environmental education experiences since 1956. We would greatly appreciate it if you would take the time to complete this form to aid us in our decision about the applicant’s qualifications.

We have job openings for our summer Ecocamp program and are looking for individuals who are excited about working in a beautiful outdoor setting with kids 5-15 years old. Summer Camp staff consists of six Naturalists, two Camp Coordinators, and kitchen staff.

The primary responsibility of this position is to plan and conduct weeklong natural history and environmental education programs for children attending Glen Helen Ecocamp. Naturalists also assist with meals, lead free time activities, and participate in evening programs. Driving of camp vehicles with children is required.

Your time, honest, and candid responses are greatly appreciated to aid us in selecting the most appropriate candidates.

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Name of Applicant*

Your Name*

Your Position*

Preferred E-mail Address*

Preferred Phone Number*

Fax Number

How long have you known the applicant?*

Briefly describe your relationship with the applicant. If you have worked with the
applicant, please describe the nature of the work.

Please rate the applicant: 1 = poor, 3 = average, 5 = exceptional

Personality

Enthusiastic

Creative

Dependable

Outgoing

Patient (especially with kids)

Sense of Humor

Able to make sound decisions under pressure

Able to cope with changing work environments

Able to cope with stressful work environments

Relationships with others

Relationship with supervisor

Relationship with children

Ability to work with others

Accepts criticism well

Able to take on varying roles in a group (ie: not always the leader or follower)

Easily integrates into a group

Work Ethic

Self initiative

Completes tasks thoroughly

Able to work with minimal supervision

Completes tasks necessary for the good of the group

Willingness to accept challenge

Educational Assessment

Knowledge of natural history

Teaching ability

Responsibility to complete tasks

Narrative

What are the applicant’s strengths related to the position described?

What are the applicant’s weaknesses related to the position described?

Please describe the applicant’s ability to be a good role model for children. Please
consider language use, personal appearance, behavior, etc.

Glen Helen has a no-drug policy and only moderate use of alcohol for staff 21 and older after program hours. In your opinion, would this policy be a hindrance to the applicant?	yes
	no

In your opinion, how would the applicant cope with a high-stress, high-energy program?

How does the candidate react to a changing work environment or unforeseen challenges that may occur?

Please comment on your observations of the emotional stability of the applicant.

Would you trust the applicant to care for your own children?	yes
	no

Please describe the candidate’s ability to motivate him/herself and others in a stressful work environment.

Please describe the applicant’s level of need of supervision.

Please write three words that most accurately describe this applicant.

During the program, naturalists will be expected to lead two 2 ½ hour hikes per day with the students. Please briefly comment on the applicant’s physical fitness and level of ability.

Based on your knowledge of the applicant and the description of this program, would you:

definitely hire the applicant
probably not hire the applicant

definitely not hire the applicant
maybe hire the applicant

Feel free to make additional comments

If you would like to contact me directly regarding the applicant please feel free to reach me at:

Autumn Foutch, Assistant Director
Glen Helen Outdoor Education Center
1075 State Route 343
Yellow Springs, OH 45387
phone: 937-767-7648
fax: 937-767-6655
email:

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