Students looking to gain valuable leadership skills this summer while sharing their passions for 4-H and education should look no further than becoming a WVU Extension Camp Instructor for 4-H.

Applications to be a 4-H Camp Instructor for the Summer 2012 season are now available on the WVU Extension Service website. The priority deadline for applicants is January 15.

Instructors will work on location at varying camp sites throughout the state. Camps take place during May 29 to Aug. 31, or for a period of time no less than one week. Instructors earn $425 per week-long assignment and are provided with room and board.

Instructors will support WVU Extensio’sn program professionals, volunteers and youth in conducting meaningful educational experiences at residential camps, day camps and other non-formal educational events.

4-H Camp Instructors must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma with at least one year of college or relevant post-high school experience. Individuals must also be energetic, have knowledge of 4-H heritage and West Virginia 4-H camp tradition, nurture principles of positive self-esteem and leadership in youth through teaching instruction, and have a commitment to cooperating with others while furthering the educational purpose of WVU Extension Service.

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