Youth Resilience Educator

Organization

Elizabeth River Project

Job Posted

July 2, 2024

Job status

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Contact Name

Jaye Hughes

Contact Email

jhughes@elizabethriver.org

Location

Paradise Creek Nature Park
Portsmouth, VA
United States
Join the Elizabeth River Project, a leading Virginia environmental non-profit, as our Youth Resilience Educator! We are seeking a dynamic individual passionate about education and the environment. This role involves teaching students, providing teacher training, and assisting with various educational programs.

Summary

Key Responsibilities:

  • Educate K-12 students through hands-on activities and outdoor field investigations, which are mainly at Paradise Creek Nature Park and Camp E.W. Young, but may occasionally be at the Learning Barge.
  • Develop and present ecology curriculum and conduct teacher trainings.
  • Serve as a liaison for the Resilient River Star Schools program, recruit schools, and support program activities.
  • Perform administrative tasks such as updating websites, maintaining contact lists, and assisting with grant deliverables.
  • Prepare outdoor sites for programs and perform other duties as assigned.

Hours: Full-time (40 hours/week), occasional weekends and evenings

Qualifications:

  • One year of experience teaching K-12 preferred.
  • Background in science preferred.
  • First aid/CPR certification and kayaking experience are a plus.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Requirements:

  • Ability to lift 30 pounds overhead and work in various weather conditions.
  • Ability to stand for 2-3 hours and walk up to 5 miles during field trips.
  • Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to engage audiences.

Additional Information:

  • Must pass a background check.
  • Reports to Sarah McBride, School Outreach Coordinator.

Apply today and make a difference in environmental education!

HOW TO APPLY: Please e-mail your resume to HR Manager Jaye Hughes at jhughes@elizabethriver.org

Compensation Information

Hourly Rate: $17.50/hour

Other Benefits:

  • Flexible work hours
  • 12 paid holidays per year
  • Accrue paid Vacation and Sick/Personal Leave
  • Mileage reimbursement for local work-related travel
  • Options for Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, and other benefits
  • 403(B) Retirement Plan