Environmental Educator (Seasonal Summer Camp)
The deadline for this job has passed and it is not visible on the eePRO Jobs page.
Deadline to Apply:
Monday, February 15, 2016, 5:00pm
Address:
Job Category:
Job
Job Type:
Full-time
Overview:
Environmental Educator S (Seasonal Summer Camp) Tenafly Nature Center is an independent non-profit member-supported 400 acre nature preserve, located in Tenafly, NJ, five miles north of the George Washington Bridge. With over seven miles of trails and a 3-acre pond, TNC is the largest privately-run nature center in Bergen County. Educators (report to the Education Director) are responsible for teaching our summer camp curriculum on and off-site, for 10 -12 weeks between the end of June and Labor Day (Monday –Friday; 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) for a variety of age level and other summer education department needs.
Programs include on-site camp days and off-site field trips. Curriculum is hands-on and geared toward helping children to develop awareness, appreciation and stewardship for the natural world.
Job Responsibilities:
•Help develop and teach outdoor activities for different age groups each week for separate day camp sessions for students ranging in age from 4-14. This includes all aspects of programming on and off site, including set up, supervision, clean up, inventory, evaluation, and follow up.
•Prepare and maintain program curriculum materials.
•Conduct off-site activities as appropriate.
•Complete post-camp evaluation, report, inventory and clean-up. •Learn our environmental education curriculum and implement the purpose, goals and objectives of each program.
•Keep Education Director apprised of program feedback and written.
•Maintain a safe, fun, learning atmosphere for children while projecting a knowledgeable & confident image to parents and teachers.
•Work with other staff and supervise teen volunteers.
•Support Education Director in keeping meticulous records for the education department, so the information and organized records can be used as attendance sheets, seasonal use, budgeting, the annual audit, and archived records.
•Assist with care of captive live animals.
•Greet and engage visitors; articulate TNC’s mission and project a helpful and positive attitude when interacting with the public, including TNC members, parents, teachers, and group leaders in person & on the phone.
•Provide or assist with first aid and emergency care as needed (once certified).
•Maintain positive working relationships with other staff, volunteers and TNC board members.
•Prepare for and participate in staff training and meetings. •Perform other duties, as assigned. Qualifications:
•Minimum age 18, 21+ preferred.
•Currently enrolled in or have graduated from a college/ university. With at least 1 year prior experience in environmental education, outdoor education or early childhood education.
•Criminal History background checks will be required.
•Mastery of Microsoft Office and common office equipment. E-mail and internet access required.
•Knowledge of and passion for the natural world.
•Enthusiastic, outgoing, patient, and flexible when working with children and adults.
•Ability to walk all the trails of TNC and climb one flight of stairs. •Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs.
•Ability to work both independently and on a team with minimal supervision.
•Willingness to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and variable terrain.
•Comfortable handling or learning to handle reptiles, invertebrates and raptors (training provided).
•Ability to communicate effectively and interact well on the phone and in writing.
•Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
•Currently be eligible to work in the USA.
•Valid Driver's license and personal transportation.
•Current first aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain certification prior to first day of camp.
The attitudes and personal characteristics demonstrated in this position are:
1.Enthusiasm, patience, understanding, flexibility, and energy for working with children and adults.
2.Projecting a positive and professional image.
3.Self-motivated, detailed-oriented with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
4.Ability to multi-task and make decisions requiring good judgment in the absence of specific directions.
5.Comfortable handling or learning to handle live education animals, including: amphibians, reptiles, invertebrates, and birds of prey.
Environmental Educator S: Seasonal Full Time position (40 hours a week) Monday–Friday; 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Required weekly commitment for July 11-August 26.
Position Start Date:
Monday, July 11, 2016
Job Duration:
Seasonal
How to Apply:
Send cover letter, resume, and three references by February 15, 2016 to Debora Davidson, Education Director, ddavidson@tenaflynaturecenter.org. Please, no calls.
Job Compensation:
Salary
Compensation Information:
Competitive hourly pay rate.
Contact Name:
Debora Davidson
Contact Email:
ddavidson@tenaflynaturecenter.org