School Year Environmental Educator

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National Audubon Society
Easton, MD, USA
Full-time

Pickering Creek Audubon Center is located on a tidal tributary of the Chesapeake Bay and its 410 acres are a microcosm of Maryland's Eastern Shore. A school year Environmental Educator is needed to assist in growing our successful environmental education programs. S/he serves as an integral part of our education staff; reports to the center’s Education Manager; and works with additional center and state staff. S/he will maintain positive and friendly working relationships with the general public, volunteers, and local/regional community organizations and school groups. 

This position is from Wednesday, September 5, 2018, through Friday, May 31, 2019. Housing is available, but not required.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Prepare and teach hands-on environmental education school programs on site and in local schools, 1st through 12th grade
  • Develop, prepare and teach public programs for families, adults and youth
  • Assist with special events
  • Prepare and maintain program materials
  • Serve as a role model naturalist and environmental steward
  • Work closely with other staff to plan and implement programs
  • Animal care of program animals and animal tank maintenance
  • Help with maintenance of buildings and grounds
Educational Background: 
Undergraduate degree in biology, education, environmental education, environmental science or related field required
Skills/Experience: 
  • At least one year of experience working with children and adults in an educational setting
  • Must be flexible regarding work schedule
  • Must enjoy working with others and children of all ages in an outdoor setting
  • Demonstrated ability to teach in an active and physical environment
  • Knowledge and commitment to the conservation of birds, other wildlife and habitats
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and communication skills
  • Team-oriented approach to work, and comfort working independently at times
  • Professional, friendly manner; self-motivated, with the ability to work with minimal supervision
How to Apply: 

https://careers-audubon.icims.com/jobs/3677/school-year-environmental-ed...

Job Function: 
Conservation & Environmental Science

Organization Info

National Audubon Society

Overview
Headquarters: 
New York, NY, United States
Website: 
audubon.org
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1972
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Environment
Mission: 

Audubon saves birds and their habitats throughout the America using science, advocacy, education and on-the-ground conservation.

Audubon operates an extensive network of National conservation programs, 23 state and regional offices, 41 centers, 23 sanctuaries and 463 independent chapters. Our work is a powerful combination of science, on the ground conservation, policy and engagement expertise that strives to protect and restore habitat, and to build the durable public will to implement policies that safeguard birds, other wildlife and the resources that sustain us all-in the U.S. and across the Americas.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Jul 4 2018
Active Until: 
Aug 4 2018
Hiring Organization: 
National Audubon Society
industry: 
Nonprofit