[POSITION FILLED] Environment Educator

Greenacres Foundation (GAF): 

Greenacres Foundation offers a variety of experiences for everyone. Our campuses are living classrooms where programming can explore the natural environment, horsemanship, the arts, and generative agriculture. Whether it's an educational field trip, fun summer camps, farm-fresh products or events which blend learning and celebration,  a quality experience awaits every guest. Our team at Greenacres is passionate and dedicated to our Mission and brings inspiration to all our endeavors. 

Our unwavering commitment shines through in how we embrace our values - Grace, Generative, Giving, Good Neighbor Policy, and Green. Our team always aims for excellence, prioritizing Quality, Quality, Quality (QQQ) in every endeavor. We thrive in a collaborative environment where teamwork leads to achievements. More than a workplace, Greenacres is a career, a lifestyle and a place to wholeheartedly embrace the Mission and Values set forth by our visionary Founders, Louis and Louise Nippert. Here, dedication isn't just a requirement; it's a way of life.

We employ the most curious and brilliant people. Our ideal candidate will be passionate about the Mission of Greenacres and our values and seeking to advance their knowledge as a full-time Environment Educator. The Educator role is a team member position at our Miami Township education site located in Clermont County and requires flexibility with schedules, programming, and traveling between education sites. Your primary focus will be in the development and implementation of curriculum for school group field trips and week-long summer day camps. You must be willing to provide hands-on teaching experiences, collaborate across the education department, and deliver high-quality programming.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Education
• Demonstrated teaching skills and a passion for working with youth using hands-on activities in small-group settings
• Have a minimum of 2 years of teaching experience, preferably K-6 in a traditional or non-traditional setting
• Ability to move and work in a natural environment (i.e. field, forest, streams) under various weather conditions
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Commitment to working within a functional team and collaborative culture.
• Ability to successfully pass a post-offer pre-employment drug test and fingerprint FBI background screen.
• Ability to work with both internal and external partners with the same or very different backgrounds to ensure that all who visit Greenacres get the highest quality experience that addresses their needs. 
• Ability to internalize and reflect our values.