ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY:  The Port Townsend Marine Science Center (PTMSC) is an educational organization devoted to the mission: Inspiring conservation of the Salish Sea.  PTMSC achieves for our mission through three core competencies: 1) exceptional visitor experiences in our two exhibit buildings at Fort Worden State Park, 2) extensive lifelong education programs for all ages, and 3) a wide range of citizen science research projects. Through these endeavors we strive to create our vision: A community where ocean literacy is a local legacy fostering generations of knowledgeable and passionate stewards of our coast and marine environment.

POSITION PURPOSE:

To assist the Education Coordinator in overall management and running of PTMSC marine biology Summer Camps. This will include both administrative, coordination and teaching duties. Must be available for all camp dates Monday – Friday for the weeks of June 25th, July 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th, and August 6th , 13th, and 20th, as well as training and curriculum development dates in June (tentatively the weeks of June 11th and 18th). No camp is scheduled the week of July 4th, prep days may be scheduled part of the week.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION

• Help the Coordinator to accomplish pre-camp tasks including creating schedules and curriculum, meeting with staff, and gathering/preparing materials.
• Lead activities on a variety of marine biology and natural history topics for groups of campers ranging in age from 3 to 13 years old.
• Assist in training and mentoring interns and youth counselors.
• Work alongside AmeriCorps members, providing training and guidance as necessary
• Abide by PTMSC camp policies to ensure the safety of campers and staff at all times.
• Document camp activities and curriculum to be filed electronically.
• Assist with carrying out evaluation, debriefs and end of camp reports.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in biology or education related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of one year of experience leading hands-on science education programs for youth in a field and classroom setting
• Previous supervisory/team leadership experience
• CPR & First Aid Certification attained prior to start date

Required Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of informal education methods and strategies for engaging various age groups, from children to adults, in a friendly, outgoing and professional manner.
• Ability to work well with a variety of people from various backgrounds and cultures.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain for up to two miles carrying up to 30 pounds
• Able to clear state and federal background checks

COMPENSATION

    $14/hour, paid bi-monthly; this position does not include health insurance benefits.