Part-Time UF/IFAS 4-H Camp Timpoochee Environmental Education Educator

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing on-site

Red Cross certifications (First Aid,CP

Lifeguard certifications

Job summary

University of Florida in Okaloosa seeks a Part-Time UF/IFAS 4-H Camp Timpoochee Environmental Education Educator to deliver marine and environmental education to K-12 students through day programs, residentials, and outreach.

The role requires a high school diploma (Bachelor's preferred) and the ability to pass a background screen. Housing may be available on-site; Red Cross certifications are provided for staff. Typical schedule is weekdays with ~30 hours per week.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or its equivalent is minimum requirements.
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in sciences, education, natural resources, youth development, recreation or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Teach, organize, and evaluate educational programs focused on marine resources to K-12 students.
• Provide programmatic support to maintain and increase marine and environmental education classes, activities, and materials.
• Assist with animal care for education animals.
• Help maintain clean facilities used for educational programs on-site.
• May assist with dining hall duties for on-site programs.
• Help with other programmatic responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Customer service

Youth work

Environmental education

Marine education

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in sciences/education/related fields

Job description

Part-Time UF/IFAS 4-H Camp Timpoochee Environmental Education Educator

Job No: 540680

Work Type: Part Time

Location: Okaloosa

Categories: Recreation/Event Services, Agricultural Sciences, Early childhood education/Childcare

Department: 60330100 - AG-CAMP TIMPOOCHEE

Job Description

Classification Title: OPS Time-Limited Non-Clerical

Classification Minimum Requirements: High School diploma or its equivalent is minimum requirements

Job Description: Essential Tasks

Florida 4-H environmental educators play a key role in creating engaging and hands-on environmental education experiences. Your responsibilities will include:

• Teach, organize, and evaluate educational programs, focused on Florida's marine natural resources, to students in grades K-12 through day residential, and outreach programs
• Provide programmatic support to maintain and increase marine and environmental education classes, activities, and materials.
• Assist with animal care for education animals
• Help maintain clean facilities utilized for educational programs on-site
• May assist with dining hall duties as needed, for on-site educational programs

Help with other programmatic responsibilities as needed

Expected Salary: $16.50 per hour

Required Qualifications: High School diploma or its equivalent is minimum requirements

Preferred: Preferred qualification is a Bachelors Degree, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, in sciences, education, natural resources, youth development, recreational leadership or other related fields is required. Must pass a Background Screening prior to hire. Valid driver's license preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Teach pre-designed environmental education curricula to a variety of ages and abilities
• Effective oral communication with both large and small groups
• Effective written communication
• Customer service
• Experience working with youth
• Knowledge, experience and/or interest in teaching marine and environmental education

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is an OPS seasonal position, with two seasons available for employment:

• Fall Term: 9/15/26 – 11/25/26
• Winter/Spring Term: 1/15/27-4/30/27

Weekly schedules vary, depending upon programming but would typically be M-F, between 8AM-5PM. Some night and weekend work. Average of 30 hours/week.

Health Assessment Required:No

Applications Close: 01 February 2027

Benefits of Accepting this Position

Tangible:

• Hourly wage of $16.50/hour, with average work week of 30 hours/week
• Housing may be available on-site at no additional cost
• American Red Cross certifications provided, including: First Aid, CPR, AED, and waterfront lifeguarding
• Explore additional benefits for University of Florida OPS positions at: Temporary Staff (OPS) | Current Employees

Intangible:

Be part of the world's largest positive youth development program (4-H) and connected to a top 5 University (University of Florida). Make a difference in the future of Florida's environment by educating our youth. Connect with a strong network of youth development and environmental professionals and fellow educators.

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.