The Wetlands Institute is currently accepting applications for the part-time and seasonal position of Seasonal Naturalist.

• Assists the Director of Educational Program Development and other Education staff in teaching standardized programs to groups of students from grades preK-12. These programs include Wetlands Ecology, Barrier Beach Ecology, Cycles of Life, Beach Exploration, Horseshoe Crabs and Shorebirds, Turtle Talk, Marsh Critter Discovery Walk and Featured Environmental Education Field Trip Programs.
• Helps with the supervision of student groups during breaks, in bathrooms, and in the Tidepool Shop.
• Assists with maintenance of teaching supplies, and preparation and cleanup of teaching materials before and after the program.
• It is expected that this position will work no more than 25 hours per week from approximately
• mid-April to mid-June and mid-September to mid-November.

Qualifications
Education and Experience:

• Sufficient education and training to demonstrate an ability or aptitude to perform the above and related duties. A college degree in biology and/or educational field or current enrollment in such a college level course of study is preferred.
• Previous public speaking and/or teaching experience to a variety of groups ranging in all sizes and age levels is a plus.

Special Qualifications:

• Must be able to work outdoors in mud, sand, shallow water, and insects.
• Must be able to work in all conditions, including sun, rain, and wind.
• Some heavy lifting (up to 50 pounds) may be required.
• Final candidate will be subject to a background check.
• Housing is not available for this position.   Applicant must be local to South Jersey.