Part-Time Seasonal Field Educator

Ohio River Foundation, a regional conservation non-profit organization, is seeking part-time Field Educators (possibility to extend hours seasonally). The ideal candidate is creative, enthusiastic, and hardworking, with a strong interest in environmental education and working with children. We need fun loving, dependable, educators that don’t mind all kinds of weather, rain or shine, hot or cold. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Work with the education team to conduct ½ day hands-on education field trips and in classroom programs for grades K-12. Activities and topics include: biodiversity, life cycles and food webs, earth science, wildlife observation, biological sampling, water quality testing, ecosystem and watershed concepts, and safety review 

• Manage and maintain educational and scientific equipment • Teacher communication • Assist staff with program development • Restoration project assistance and coordination including invasive species removal, native species planting and working with and communicating with volunteers. 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS 

• College coursework in biology, ecology, or related field • Education coursework or experience with children in an education setting preferred • Strong communication skills desired; ability to work independently, self-directed and as a team member 

• Ability to make decisions quickly and independently 

• Ability to communicate in a professional, accurate and enthusiastic manner. 

• This position requires the ability to lift and carry equipment (up to 30lbs.) and safely exit and enter streams, creeks, and rivers. 

• Valid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation 

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? 

• Starting pay rate: $16/hour 

• Mileage reimbursement • Self-determined schedule 

• Work alongside a team of passionate educators and conservationists committed to making positive environmental change in our community 

• Training and continuing education in the fields of environmental education and watershed conservation 

Position is part-time, seasonal. The majority of programs occur September-October and April-May, Monday-Friday, typically 8:45 am-2 pm. Possible opportunities to extend hours and season. Restoration work may offer afternoon and weekend hours during the spring, summer, and fall.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: 

To apply email resume and cover letter to: Ohio River Foundation rcogen@ohioriverfdn.org (email) 

Ohio River Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

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