Environmental Educator

Position Overview: The Environmental Educator will be responsible for delivering high quality, experiential education programs and lessons to audiences of all ages and assist with organizational details and logistics involved in delivering these programs.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Overnight and day camp instructor for children ages 4 – 17, including living onsite in shared space with overnight campers
• Plan, implement and grow the Leaders in Training teen program 
• Facilitate interactive and inquiry based environmental education programs to learners of all ages in multiple settings including but not limited to schools, community engagements and special events.  
• Assist with curriculum design, program promotion, pre-program communication, development of props and materials, and program evaluation.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities desired:

• Ability to lead environmental science and leadership programs which develop critical and creative thinking skills for diverse audiences in formal and non-formal outdoor and classroom settings 
• Responsible, creative, enthusiastic, flexible, and dedicated to providing a safe and age-appropriate learning environment
• Effective communication and customer service skills, including public speaking and communication with parents, guardians and participants
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn local bird species identification and natural history
• Solid understanding of environmental education standards and philosophy
• Strong organizational and logistical skills, and able to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines
• Able to clear state and federal background checks and drug screens
• A valid U.S. driver’s license and personal transportation

Education and Experience desired: 

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies, natural resources, life sciences, environmental interpretation or education or equivalent experience.
• Experience leading informal environmental education/interpretation programs to diverse audiences, including children
• Demonstrated experience with safely transporting children in 15-passenger van or other rental vehicles
• Experience working with volunteers 
• Current CPR and First Aid Certifications