Teaching Naturalist

Organization

Montana Natural History Center

Job Posted

June 27, 2023

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Location

Missoula, MT
United States
Make a difference, work outdoors, and gain skills in place-based environmental education as a Teaching Naturalist with the Montana Natural History Center!

Summary

Teaching Naturalists will provide leadership and instruction for school day classroom visits and field trips located at natural areas throughout the Missoula area. The Teaching Naturalist will be a key part of the Montana Natural History Center’s teaching team, providing instruction and program support across all MNHHC programs and departments. Duties will primarily include teaching, working with volunteers and interns, material preparation, summer camp instruction, and curriculum development.

This position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as they are received, beginning on Thursday July 6, 2023.

A full copy of this job description can be found at https://www.montananaturalist.org/employment-opportunities/ 

Compensation Information

$16/hour plus benefits:

  • Paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave.
  • Eligibility for 403(b) retirement plan, including a 1% match.
  • Discounts for all MNHC programs.
  • Full medical and vision coverage.
  • Participation in professional development opportunities and a reflective teaching community that values ongoing innovation and skill development to meet our educational goals.  his includes training in environmental education best practices, ability to participate in professional organizations like the Montana Environmental Education Association, learning opportunities around natural history topics, and fundraising practices.