Environmental Educator

Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut; Connecticut; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit nature center is seeking an Environmental Educator to conduct engaging environmental education programs for all ages. This year-round, full-time role involves developing curriculum and teaching both onsite and offsite. Candidates should have at least 2 years of college education in relevant fields and a passion for working with children. A valid driver's license is required, along with enthusiasm for teaching about nature and handling live animals.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work a varied schedule.
• Comfortable working with live animals.
• Enthusiasm for environmental education.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement environmental education curriculum.
• Teach environmental education programs on and offsite.
• Handle education animals, including snakes and turtles.

Skills

Interacting with children

Public speaking

Managing groups

Knowledge of natural history

Education

At least 2 years of college education in education or related field

Job description

Position Title: Environmental Educator
Reports to: Education Director

DPNC is seeking an educator to conduct environmental education programs for all ages. This is a year-round, full time position (40 hours per week). Work days will be Wednesday–Sunday. Some evening work will be required.

Tasks include:

• Developing and implementing environmental education curriculum
• Teaching environmental education programs both on and offsite for all ages
• Handling education animals, including snakes, turtles, and birds of prey
• Various other duties as assigned by the Education Director

Qualifications:

• Completion of at least 2 years of college education in the fields of education, environmental education, biology, natural resources or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• Prior relevant work experience is not required, but preferred.
• Willingness to work a varied schedule
• Willingness to work with live animals
• Enthusiasm for interacting with children and teaching them about the natural w orld
• Comfortable leading adult programs on environmental topics
• Comfortable speaking publicly, managing small and large groups, both in a classroom setting and outside
• Proficient knowledge of the area's natural history
• A valid driver's license

How to Apply:

Please email resume and cover letter to:
Jess Morris, Education Director
[e-mail]

About DPNC

The Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center (DPNC) is a nonprofit nature center in Mystic, CT that offers environmental education programs for all ages. Since 1946, DPNC has provided the community and visitors with opportunities to better understand and appreciate the natural world and our place in it. DPNC manages and stewards a 400-acre greenway with more than 10 miles of trails that features 17th century stonewalls, woodlands, wetlands, and meadows. At the DPNC’s main facility, the woodland campus, guests can discover nature through natural history exhibits and meeting rehabilitated wildlife. The creation of the Coogan Farm in 2013 has added additional layers of education, history, and a Giving Garden that donates thousands of pounds of bio-nutrient rich produce to the food insecure of New London County each year.

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