Field Station Educator

Position Dates: February 26 - November 8, 2024

Field Station Educators lead experiential, environmental education programs for learners of all ages. Educators will primarily work with our Education Department leading school programs, Road Scholar groups, overnight camps, day camps, family programs, and Scout programs. Educators will also have the opportunity to work with outreach and University & Research programs. The primary focus of our programs is coastal and barrier island ecology. Classes and activities include intertidal studies, kayaking, wetland ecology, ornithology/birding, bicycling, coastal botany, barrier island and dune ecology, oceanography research boat trips, and more! 

Key Responsibilities

• Function as the primary educator for school programs, summer camps, Road Scholar, and special programs
• Teach learners of all ages (Pre-K through older adult)
• Lead and teach all summer camp classes and assist summer camp counselors with evening activities
• Lead outdoor activities such as hikes, kayak trips, birding excursions, biking, and beach walks
• Responsible for all program set-up, break-down, and maintenance of program areas including labs, equipment, and housing
• Weekly program maintenance tasks as assigned (aquarium maintenance, office and paper work, maintenance of program spaces, cleaning and fueling vehicles, etc.)
• Drive CBFS vehicles including 15 passenger vans and school buses with bike and kayak trailers (Commercial Driver's License will be obtained as part of training)
• Coordinate group check-ins and check-outs with administrative staff
• Enforce and follow CBFS protocols and rules 
• Provide excellent customer service to program participants
• Represent CBFS at outreach opportunities and special events
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Comfortable and able to work long hours outdoors, sometimes in less than ideal conditions
• Teaching and/or leadership experience
• Ability to pass background check to obtain NASA security clearance
• Valid driver's license with 2 or fewer moving violations in the last 2 years and no DUI or DWI charges
• Willing and able to obtain VA CDL Class B
• Current First Aid/CPR or ability to obtain before start date

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching and/or leadership experience in a formal or informal education setting
• Experience teaching multiple age groups from young learners to adults
• Previous experience on boats 
• Previous experience leading biking or kayak programs
• Experience with summer camps, outdoor adventure programs, residential programs, or similar
• Degree in related field (education, outdoor rec, marine biology, biology, etc.)

To Apply

Email cover letter and resume to employment@cbfieldstation.org with the subject line "Field Station Educator Application". Incomplete applications will not be reviewed or considered.

Interviews will begin November 27 and continue until all positions are filled.

For more information and the full job description, please visit http://www.cbfieldstation.org/employment.html

For questions, please contact Anne Self, Education Director a educationdirector@cbfieldstation.org or by calling 757-824-5636 x110