Assistant Leader - Charles County Summer Youth Corps
The Student Conservation Association · La Plata, Maryland, US
Position Summary This position directly supports Nature-Based climate resilience in Charles County by caring for native trees planted across public schools....
Job description
Position Summary This position directly supports Nature-Based climate resilience in Charles County by caring for native trees planted across public schools. Project tasks may include watering, mulching, staking, pruning, and monitoring young native trees. Through this work, participants will gain hands-on conservation experience and help address the impacts of climate change in their community. Location: La Plata, MD: Schedule: June 15, 2026 - August 21, 2026 Key Duties and Responsibilities: As Assistant Leader, you will help support the Crew Leader guide a team of 4 high schoolers to complete field conservation projects that support long-term maintenance of native urban tree canopies at schools in Charles County’s urban heat islands. This role will work alongside the crew, acting as a role model to the youth members and as a supportive supervisor for the Leader. Additionally, after passing SCA MVR check and driver safety courses, Assistant Leader must be able to safely transport crew from morning pick-up, worksites, and afternoon drop off the SCA rental truck and/or van. Marginal Duties: Assistant Leaders may help support Crew Leader administrative tasks. These tasks may include u...