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Description
~ The Don Lee Center hosts environmental education programs for the Coastal Communities that focus on coastal ecology, marine science and natural history. We provide amazing outdoor education experiences for youth - the center's Common Ground team builds programs for school groups. ~
Position Overview
Environmental Educators lead a variety of hands-on programs including Beach Study, Fishing, Coastal Birds, Pirates, Marine Invertebrates, Sailing, and much more. Educators will also lead groups through a team building process focusing on problem solving and experiential learning.
Visiting school groups will participate in a one day program, or a multiple day/overnight option. Instructors work with the groups for day and evening programs, but are not required to stay in cabins with kids. It is a five day work week, with two days off per week.
Position begins February 16, 2015 and is contracted through May 29, 2015.
Qualifications
- Degree in biology or education related field; however we do offer internships for those whose education is in progress or those without degrees but prior experience in the field.
- Experience working with youth in outdoor setting is preferred.
- Good organizational, interpersonal, and facilitation skills, as well as willingness to work long hours with youth, enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self discipline are a must.
- Looking for a 'team player' to reside in a cooperative living/work environment.
Compensation: Starting Salary of $275 per week; Room and Board provided; Meals provided seven days a week; Workman's Compensation.
To Apply
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