Environmental Educator

POSITION TITLE:                      Environmental Educator 

DEPT/DIVISION:                     Parks and Recreation – Springbrook Nature Center

REPORTS TO:                          Interpretive Program Coordinator

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

· Develop, conduct, and market environmental education programs and  curricula, including summer camps. 

· Help to maintain exhibit animals including reptiles, amphibians, and insects.

· Receipt and handle monies from nature center store and program         registration.

· Organize and lead a variety of small group activities as developed by the Springbrook staff. Activities may include hiking, nature explorations, crafts, games, canoeing, archery, stream and pond hikes, art and drama         activities, etc. 

· Complete other assigned operational tasks before and after programming such as: clean up, room preparation, and materials organization. 

· Provide fun and engaging activities outdoors. 

· Identify and respond to participant/camper behavioral issues. 

· Communicate with parents/ teachers regarding participants/camper’s experiences and activities. 

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

· Respond to inquiries by telephone, email and in person concerning a broad spectrum of natural resource information.

· Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

· Experience in interpretive programming with youth

· Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age

· Valid driver’s license

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Natural Science, Environmental Education, or related   field, or two years relevant experience.
• Ability to be imaginative and innovative in programming with youth
• Experience in care and programming of live animals