Seasonal Outdoor Educator in Audubon Florida, New York at National Audubon Society
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Job Description
Full time
JR412
Position Summary
The Outdoor Educator will report to the Education Manager and lead and support outdoor education and nature interpretation programs on-site for Sanctuary visitors. This will primarily include delivering school programs for children ages 6-12, along with other educational programs and events at the Sanctuary. They may occasionally support our visitor center by working at our admissions desk and performing facility and boardwalk closing duties, as required.
This position is classified as full-time, seasonal, of up to 40 hours/week, at a rate of $16.00 per hour, from approximately October 14, 2024 – April 4, 2025.
Compensation:
$16.00 / hour
Essential Functions
Researches, plans, delivers, and evaluates interactive and engaging outdoor education and nature interpretation programs at the Sanctuary for school groups and visitors.
Creates a meaningful experience for program participants, while teaching appreciation and respect for the natural environment.
Ensures daily safety and well-being for program participants, as well as cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining assigned areas and Sanctuary property.
Maintains and enhances existing activities/curriculum, including maintaining program materials and resources.
Serves as a role model naturalist and environmental steward to the community.
Interacts with the public to provide information about Audubon and its mission, answers specific questions from visitors, and is a positive ambassador of Audubon.
Supports procurement of supplies, marketing and promotion of programs and completes program related administrative duties.
Attends mandatory staff training as assigned.
Supports admissions and retail operations throughout the Visitor Center.
Assists with special events.
Assists with end of day facility closure by clearing the Sanctuary campus and boardwalk to ensure all visitors have safely exited.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience
Must have a bachelor’s degree or be enrolled in a bachelor’s degree or diploma in education, recreation, environmental studies/science, natural history, geography, or other related field.
Minimum of two semesters/seasons of working in environmental education.
Minimum of two semesters/seasons of experience working with children and youth in any setting.
Skill teaching in formal and informal settings to various audiences, and excellent group management skills.
Ability to work and collaborate with people of varying backgrounds.
Must be self-motivated, able to take initiative, handle multiple tasks, and be highly organized, with attention to detail.
Ability to create, deliver and evaluate outdoor education lesson plans and activities.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and communication skills, including public speaking.
Ability to work as a team member and independently.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including heat and humidity.
CPR & First Aid certified or the ability to become certified prior to employment.
Must be able to traverse for long periods of time, lift up to 25 lbs., and traverse uneven terrain for over 2 miles with or without accommodation.
Background in south Florida’s natural history is desirable.
Ability to work evenings and weekends is required.
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
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