This position will assist the Teen Program Coordinator in leading the Young Naturalist program. The Young Naturalist Program is a summer volunteer program for people ages 13-17 who lead interpretive stations around the Nature Center and participate in work days to further their social, communication, and customer service skills. This popular teen program is an integral part of the WNC Nature Center's mission by fostering connections between people and the animals and plants of the Southern Appalachian Mountain region by inspiring appreciation, nurturing understanding, and advancing conservation of the region's rich biodiversity.

Summary

Schedule: Shift hours will be 8:30am - 4:30 pm and will work Wednesday-Sunday. Please note that this is a temporary/seasonal position which runs May 2024 through August 2024 only.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

- Manages daily operations of the teen program

- Facilitates and participates in all teen program activities including orientations, shift days, and work days

- Leads activities and meetings for youth ages 13-17 using established lesson plans

- Mentors teens and assists them with community science, independent projects, and leadership duties

- Responsible for teen safety, providing a fun and nurturing environment, and teen mentorship

- Supervises teens and is responsible for behavior management as needed

- Creates new materials to aid in the growth of the Young Naturalist program offerings

- Assists with data management including creating/maintaining Google spreadsheets

- Communicates with the Teen Program Coordinator about all Young Naturalist happenings

- Communicates with participants and their parent/guardian's in a professional manner

- Interacts directly with nature center guests and ensures a positive guest experience

- Maintains a positive attitude and professional demeanor at all times

- Assists in maintaining cleanliness of the teen classroom and public facilities

- Performs related tasks as required

Full job description and application can be found here: Job Opportunities

Compensation Information

$17/hr