[CLOSED] Nature and Arts Educator

The Nature and Arts Educator assists the DoE in developing, scheduling, and implementing the Center’s full schedule of nature- and arts-related educational programming. The target of most of these programs are preK-12th grade students engaged during on- and off-site school programs and our extensive summer camp series. The NAE will also assist in leading and assisting in the “Discovery Series” programming, our family- or adult-focused series of art workshops, lectures, and guided walks. 

Reports To:
The Director of Educational Programming (DoE) supervises and evaluates the work performed and mutually develops annual goals and objectives.  The DoE reports said evaluation to the Executive Director.

Direct Supervision:

Volunteers and Interns for educational programming activities as prescribed by the Executive Director or Director of Educational Programming.

Functional Responsibilities: (under supervision of DoE and direction of the Executive Director)

Programs – 65%

• Develop and implement virtual and in-person education programs focusing on the arts and natural world for groups of all ages at the Center and off-site (in schools or organizations’ location)
• Assist in the organization and implementation of annual public outreach events both on- and off-site.
• Assist in developing ideas for and scheduling leaders for “Discovery Series”.  Attend Discovery Series events and assist with programs as coordinated with the DoE.
• Assist in development, scheduling, and execution of the Summer Camp Programs.
• Assist other staff in organizing booths at off-site festivals, shows and programs offering information on the educational programs and other features of the Center.
• Work within program budgets.

Committee Support – 10%

• Share duties with the DoE, serving on the Education Committee, the Festival Committee and Lands & Trails Committee (this includes assisting in the maintenance of the grounds, gardens and trails).
• Provide administrative support to committee chairs as assigned by Executive Director.

Public Relations and Membership – 5%

• Every employee is responsible for being the “Face of the Ned Smith Center” at all times.
• Coordinate with staff and volunteers to welcome visitors to the Center and provide information requested.
• Represent the Center at festivals, shows and programs in a pleasant and professional manner. 
• Assist DoE in archiving articles, brochures, and photographs to maintain a history of education programs/events.
• Program and Marketing Coordinator in updating and creating brochures, social media posts, and Drumming Log articles.
• Assist Grants Coordinator in collecting and developing statistics on education programs for fundraising purposes.

Volunteers – 10%

• Assist E.C. in coordinating projects and training for volunteers (trash hikes, gardening, staffing show booths, running festival booths, etc).
• Organize materials needed for volunteer projects.

Education / Professional Development– 5%

• Attend natural science and environmental education conferences, professional development opportunities, and workshops that the ED or DoE believes to be valuable to this position.
• Develop an intimate knowledge of the history of Ned Smith, the Center, NSCNA lands, and the flora and fauna of the property.

Other Duties and Projects as needed – 5%

• Assist the Executive Director and Board of Directors as requested.
• Assist DoE in keeping program files and records in an orderly fashion so information is readily accessible.
• As directed by the Executive Director and DoE, work with the Director of Finance to maintain information for reports on expenses and revenues for all programs
• Assist the Director of Finance in collecting information, including program expenses and revenue, required for reports on Education.
• Follow the Center’s policies and procedures.
• Work on specific projects and other duties as requested by the ED or DoE.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, wildlife, biology, environmental science, fine arts, or a related field
• Available full-time (40 hours per week), including some weekends and evenings as directed by the ED and DoE
• This position requires full participation in summer camps, running from June to August
• Must have experience leading and interacting with groups of children and/or adults in classroom or instructional environments
• Interest and basic knowledge in various fields of nature, including native plant and animal species
• Interest in some form of “the arts” or the willingness to learn about various art forms and concepts
• Knowledge of Pennsylvania State Education Standards preferred
• Confidence and comport speaking to large groups, both children and adults
• Comfortable working with animal specimen and live animals including insects, reptiles, and amphibians
• A valid driver’s license is required
• Employment is contingent upon passing and maintaining PA and federal background checks
• Intermediate knowledge of basic Microsoft Office and other software programs including, Google Docs and Gmail

Physical demands:

• Must have stamina to provide multiple, concurrent hours of interaction with staff, students, and volunteers, both indoor and outdoors as well as negotiate rugged terrain for extended periods of time
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather and year-round conditions
• Ability to lift up to 60lbs

Details of Employment:

• Hours: This is a full-time (40 hours/week), year-round position. Some weekend and evenings required
• Benefits: Starting at 15 personal days; paid holidays; medical, dental, and vision plans; Simple IRA

How to apply:

Please submit a cover letter and resume to:

Emily Rosmus
Director of Educational Programming
erosmus@nedsmithcenter.org