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Organization
Michigan State University, Kellogg Biological Station
Job Posted
March 16, 2026
Job status
Job Category
Job Type
Job Duration
Job Compensation Type
Remote
No
Website
Contact Name
Misty Klotz
Contact Email
klotzmis@msu.edu
Deadline to Apply
Location
Hickory Corners, MI
United States
United States
The Kellogg Bird Sanctuary in Augusta, Michigan is hiring Environmental Educators for the spring–summer season! Help lead hands-on outdoor programs, inspire curiosity in learners of all ages, and support community events at one of Michigan’s most unique wildlife education sites. Part-time, seasonal, and a great fit for anyone passionate about environmental education.
Summary
Environmental Educators deliver high-quality programs at the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary, including field trips, guided tours, and special events. This part-time, seasonal position runs from early April through July, with training beginning in mid-April. Typical schedules are 2–3 days per week, primarily on weekdays, with occasional evenings and weekends.
Primary Responsibilities
- Deliver dynamic indoor and outdoor environmental education programs for grades 4–12, college groups, and adults.
- Engage the community by supporting school visits, open houses, and special events.
- Create meaningful, inquiry-based learning experiences that inspire curiosity and connection to nature.
- Organize and reset program spaces and maintain educational materials and equipment.
- Participate fully in pre-season training, program setup, and end-of-season wrap-up.
- Represent MSU and KBS with professionalism while adhering to all MSU policies.
- Complete additional tasks as assigned by the Outreach Coordinator.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Passion for environmental education and connecting people with the natural world.
- Broad understanding of ecological concepts, environmental issues, and human impacts on ecosystems.
- Experience working with youth or mixed-age groups in educational or recreational settings.
- Ability to adapt instruction to diverse ages, learning styles, and backgrounds.
- Teaching experience in formal or informal settings (environmental education, outdoor recreation, interpretation, classroom teaching, etc.).
- Commitment to the mission of the Kellogg Biological Station.
Compensation Information
$18 / hour