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Organization
Job Posted
February 27, 2023
Job Category
Job Type
Job Duration
Remote
No
Website
Contact Name
Sarah Whitmire
Contact Email
sarah@conesteepreserve.org
Contact Phone
Deadline to Apply
Location
United States
Summary
This position will involve some work on Saturdays. Weekend responsibilities can range from: greeting participants in our Saturday Sessions; teaching young children about nature; leading guided hikes; helping with parking for large events, or managing a promotional table at our main entrance.
This position will involve some work maintaining the Preserve with our trails team. The education workload at the Preserve varies by season. During slow teaching times, this educator may be called upon for tasks such as: trimming, clearing, planting, and light construction. No previous trail or construction experience is required.
Work Commitment:
- Will be scheduled to work 18-24 hours per week.
- Working hours will occur between 8:30 am-2:30 pm each weekday.
- Must be available to work 1-2 Saturday events per month.
- Must be available during summer camp programs - June 12-16th, June 26-June 30, and July 10-14th.
Qualifications:
- Four-year college degree in education or science related program; or a combination of at least 2 years of college and 2 years working with children in an educational program.
- Possess a passion for nature, education, and children.
- Experience or interest in, and respect for, working with all age groups (including adults).
- Ability to manage groups of up to 25 students or adults in an outdoor setting.
- Ability to maintain a fun and safe learning environment at all times, as well as being creative, adaptable, & flexible while managing children in a variety of situations.
- Interest in working outdoors in hot and cold weather.
- Willingness to collaborate with other CNP educators in evaluating programs and developing activities.
- Ability to walk up to 3 miles per day.
How to Apply
Please send letter of Interest, resume, and three references to sarah@conesteepreserve.org
Compensation Information
$20-$25/hour. Hourly wage dependent on experience