The University of Rhode Island’s Environmental Education Center is seeking qualified educators to plan, teach, and lead outdoor lessons in Ecology (forest, wetland, wildlife, and winter ecology), Social Science (living history, archaeology, farm life, early American history), Adventure (group building, low ropes, orienteering, outdoor skills), and Evening Programs (night hike, campfire, underground railroad, town meeting, etc.) to school students primarily in grades 4-8.  Both day and overnight programs are offered.  Evening duties required (up to two to three nights per week).  

Successful candidates will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Bachelor’s Degree in environmental studies, education, science, or a related field, prior experience teaching children and/or leading outdoor environmental education programs preferred. Certifications in First Aid and CPR are required by the starting date. Experience with song leading, story telling, and/or addressing large groups is a plus.

Benefits: $65 per day ($325 per 5-day workweek), $70 per day for certified teacher ($350 per 5-day workweek). Also includes private room (including breaks), housing with wireless internet,  dining hall meals when students are in residence, staff house food supplies, and free laundry room.

Dates of Employment: February 25-June 7, 2019.