Part-Time Environmental Educator at Fair Hill Nature Center

 

Reports To: Director of Operations

Location: 630 Tawes Drive, Elkton, MD 21921

Part-time Non-exempt Position

Salary Range:  $15 - $18 / hour

Schedule:  9am - 2pm during the school year, 2-5 days per week

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Position Overview:

This position is responsible for developing and conducting environmental education programs that will increase awareness of the surrounding environment and foster the appreciation, enjoyment, and utilization of the Fair Hill Nature Center & grounds . Work is performed indoors and outdoors under various weather conditions. Applicants must be available to work weekends, evenings and holidays as scheduled. 

 

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Lead school environmental education or historical education programs to increase awareness of the environment.  Develop and maintain exhibits, bulletin boards and educational material.  Provide general customer service and information to visitors.  May include live animal care and handling.  Plans, organizes and conducts interpretive walks and tours.  Must demonstrate responsibility, dependability and good communication skills.  Maintain a positive attitude and have fun. 

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS 

Please attach a resume with your online application. Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas: 

1. Six months experience working with children and young adults such as academic/athletic, tutoring, camp counselor, youth volunteer, classroom assistant or education teacher. 

2. Knowledge of natural, cultural, historical resources or parks and recreation. 

3. Must be at least 20 years of age. 

4. Must be able to stand and hike for extended periods of time.

5. Ability to lift and carry up to 30lbs

6. CPR/First Aid certification

 

Conditions of Hire - criminal background check: 

A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.. 

 

Selection Process

The application and resume are evaluated based upon your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. 

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current.