Environmental Educator (part-time)

Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut; Connecticut; On-site; USD 15,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A nonprofit nature center in Connecticut is seeking a part-time Environmental Educator to conduct programs for preschool and school-aged students. This role involves leading outdoor educational activities and teaching about the environment. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of college education in relevant fields and must be enthusiastic about working with children and live animals. Comfort in public speaking and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work a varied schedule.
• Willingness to work with live animals.
• Prior relevant work experience is preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license and knowledge of local natural history.

Responsibilities

• Leading early childhood and school age programs for children outdoors.
• Teaching environmental education programs both on and offsite.
• Handling education animals like snakes and turtles.
• Support the Education Director with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Enthusiasm for interacting with children

Comfortable speaking publicly

Proficient knowledge of the area's natural history

Animal handling

Knowledge of local natural history

Driver's license

Education

Completion of at least 2 years of college education in relevant fields

Job description

Position Title: Part-time Environmental Educator
Reports to: Education Director

DPNC is seeking a part-time educator to conduct environmental education programs for preschool and school aged students. Hours will be averaging 20 hours per week, however there might be some slight fluctuations.

Tasks include:

• Leading early childhood and school age programs for children, which include a substantial amount of time outdoors, including in the woods, meadows and pond locations.
• Teaching environmental education programs both on and offsite.
• Handling education animals, including snakes, turtles, frogs 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 world
• 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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