Program Naturalist

The selected candidate will:

• Teach Traveling Scientist programs independently at school sites across Orange County;
• During field trips, organize part-time field educators, greet and orient teachers and chaperones, teach field trips, and ensure that programs run on time and that ITO policies and safety procedures are followed;
• Set up and maintain program supplies and equipment; 
• Assist with Field Naturalist training and coaching;
• Drive OCDE vehicles to school sites and field locations and perform driver-level safety checks and maintenance of vehicles; and
• Handle, transport, and care for a variety of live animals, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and arthropods, including arachnids.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in biology, ecology, earth systems science, education, or a related field. 
• One (1) year of experience working with school aged children in an organized environmental education program or an equivalent combination of training and experience. 
• Experience working and collaborating with diverse communities is strongly desired.
• Must possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under OCDE’s vehicle insurance policy.
• Must obtain valid CPR and First Aid certifications.

For more information or to apply for the position, please visit the Program Naturalist job posting on the EdJoin website: https://www.edjoin.org/Home/DistrictJobPosting/1850407 

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