Facilitator of Learning

Organization

Tifft Nature Preserve

Job Posted

October 17, 2024

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Remote

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Contact Email

careers@sciencebuff.org

Location

Buffalo, NY
United States
Join the team of environmental and STEM learning professionals at Tifft Nature Preserve and the Buffalo Museum of Science! Tifft Nature Preserve is minutes from downtown Buffalo on a former industrial site/landfill and the premier destination for environmental education and recreation in the Buffalo area. The successful candidate will be passionate about sharing their love of the outdoors and local wildlife with individuals of all ages and backgrounds.

Summary

View the full job posting at https://www.tifft.org/job-opportunites/

 

Overview: 

The Buffalo Society of Natural Sciences, which comprises the Buffalo Museum of Science and Tifft Nature Preserve, is a highly valued and historied organization in the Buffalo community dedicated to inspiring joyful exploration of science and nature through engaging experiences, unique resources, and exceptional staff. We believe that science creates opportunities and shapes our world. We take pride in providing an environment that inspires curiosity, self-directed learning, and fun for our guests of all ages. 

 

Summary of Position: 

As the premier environmental education/interpretation and passive recreation destination in the region, Tifft Nature Preserve offers high quality, engaging programs for audiences of all ages that highlight the living collection of the Buffalo Society of Natural Sciences and inspire the environmental stewards of today and tomorrow. 

The Tifft Facilitator of Learning will work with a dedicated team of staff and volunteers to provide exceptional visitor experiences to inspire lifelong learners and create lasting memories. This multi-faceted position requires a motivated, outgoing, and creative individual who is effective in facilitating engaging STEM-themed activities in a variety of settings including the outdoors. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong planning and program delivery skills, and an ability to think and respond quickly to a fast-paced, changing environment. 

This staff position reports to the Tifft Program and Experience Manager and will routinely interact and work closely with all members of the Tifft staff and volunteer team. The individual in this role needs to be equally successful in their ability to work independently to move projects forward that support the overall mission, vision, and values of the organization while also being able to provide and take direction to/from other members of the team. 

 

To Apply:

The hourly rate for this position is $19.00 per hour, along with a competitive benefits package. Interested candidates should send cover letter and resume to careers@sciencebuff.org.

 

Compensation Information

$19.00/hr with a competitive benefits package