Seasonal Educator

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive the understanding and commitment to stewardship, sustainability and conservation among visitors and students through immersive, experiential education at Duke Farms.
• Innovate and create lesson plans in alignment with New Jersey Student Learning Standards and Next Generation Science Standards, using Duke Farms as a dynamic educational environment.
• Contribute to the distribution of accurate information, comprehensive support materials and strategic recommendations related to Duke Farms’ programs, facilities and mission.
• Play a key role in developing educational opportunities, with a focus on (i) engaging school groups from environmental justice communities along the Raritan River and (ii) weekend visitors from diverse backgrounds.
• Tailor educational experiences for specialized student and public groups, ensuring accommodations and personalized attention where necessary. 
• Perform other related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in education, natural sciences or other related field.
• Robust knowledge base in critical areas such as climate change, sustainability, conservation and the indigenous flora and fauna of New Jersey.
• Two years’ experience in a related field.
• Comfortable speaking to large groups of varying ages, backgrounds and abilities. 
• Strong attention to detail, organizational abilities and communication skills.
• Strong computer skills with experience in Zoom, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Canva, and ability to learn and use new programs.
• Ability to work in a variety of outdoor conditions including but not limited to heat, cold, sun exposure, and wet weather with potential exposure to poison ivy, ticks, mosquitoes, etc. 
• Ability to work outside traditional business hours including weekends and evenings.
• Valid driver’s license.