Environmental Science Educator

~ Founded in 1971, NatureBridge provides environmental science programs for students in the world’s best classrooms—our national parks. ~

Our mission is to foster environmental literacy to sustain our planet. Our programs do so by exposing students to the wonder and science of nature and inspiring the stewards of tomorrow. In order to further our mission. For more information, visit our website.

Position Overview

NatureBridge is seeking qualified candidates for environmental science educator positions for our 2019 - 2020 school year programs. NatureBridge environmental science educators are skilled professionals who provide diverse student groups with meaningful experiences in nature's classroom. 

Responsibilities

• Lead students through multi-day, hands-on, experiential learning experiences in outdoor settings.
• Using a student-centered approach, facilitate interactive community building and environmental education activities for diverse student groups.
• Use scientific inquiry and lead by example to demonstrate positive and responsible environmental literacy and behavior.
• Differentiate and tailor programs that honor the backgrounds and needs of each school group, incorporating teacher requests within our educational framework, program logistics, and student interests.
• Cultivate an inclusive learning community using sensitivity to bring cultural relevance to program content and community relationships including students, teachers, and schools.
• Create and lead evening programs weekly for up to 200 audience members.
• Provide occasional on-call and evening support when not teaching in the field.
• Manage students’ physical, social, and emotional safety in outdoor settings using sound judgment and applying appropriate risk management decisions; administer and document first aid as needed.
• Provide weekly, comprehensive pre- and post-trip assessments of student group learning to help evidence achievement of educational goals.
• Actively participate in staff community by attending meetings and trainings as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Experience and Education:

• Bachelor's degree in science, environmental or multi-disciplinary studies, or a related field, OR equivalent experience. 
• Current Wilderness First Responder and CPR certification or willingness to receive training shortly after being hired.
• 1 - 2 years relevant formal or informal teaching experience.
• Ability to perform physically challenging work in the outdoors and in all weather conditions on uneven terrain.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion within your teaching and our community.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• A willingness to be coached and openness to feedback.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and occasional weekends.

Desired Qualifications:

• Working experience with racial and ethnic minority groups, English Language Learners, urban youth, low-income communities, immigrant communities, LGBTQ communities, people with special needs, and other groups that are underrepresented in the field of environmental education.
• Involvement in community service projects, leadership, and social and environmental justice.
• Ability to speak and teach in a language other than English relevant to our student populations. For example, Spanish, Chinese, Tagalog, and Vietnamese in California; Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, and Somali in Washington; Spanish, French, Amharic/Ethiopian, and German in the Mid-Atlantic region.
• Working experience with environmental education, science education, or residential outdoor education.
• Working knowledge of inquiry-based, multi-disciplinary science, and natural history.
• Advanced degree or teaching credential.

Compensation

• Competitive compensation.
• Paid training days and sick pay.
• Full-time hires can elect to receive a comprehensive benefit plan, including: medical, dental and vision; retirement; and paid vacation.
• Shared housing.
• The opportunity to live and grow in a spectacular location with an amazing community.

To Apply

• Please click "Apply" below to upload your cover letter and resume.
• The application closing date for the 2019 - 2020 school year is February 11, 2018.

~ NatureBridge is committed to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion and to promoting equal opportunity for students and staff in the field of environmental education. We strive to diversify our workforce and seek applications by individuals from all backgrounds, abilities, cultures, orientations, identities, and communities. ~