Teacher-Naturalist

The Connecticut Audubon Society’s, RTP Estuary Center Summer Camp, is a nine-week, nature rich summer day program, for children ages 5-13. Each week of camp has a specific outdoor theme that will be the guide for the curriculum for this summer.  Summer Camp teacher-naturalist reports to the Summer Camp Director. Additional opportunities for school program and afterschool  teacher for interested applicants. 

Responsibilities: 

 Teaching outdoor science and nature programming to children ages 5 to 13 in an outdoor setting. 

 Teachers will be expected to prepare and implement curriculum, and teach on a variety of topics that allow children to experience the outdoors through hands-on: activities, games, hikes, guided nature explorations, and arts and crafts. 

 Supports summer camp program logistics including setup/cleanup and materials preparation 

 Qualifications 

 Applicants must be over 18 years of age 

 Experience working with children and/or in environmental science, ecology, or similar background  Ability to work outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions 

 First Aid/CPR certification a plus 

Salary is hourly based on experience. 

To apply please send resume and cover letter to: Heather Kordula RTP Estuary Center Education Program Director By e-mail to hkordula@ctaudubon.org 

Connecticut Audubon Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer, maintains a drug free workplace, and complies with the ADA. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, and local laws.