PCEI: FLC Environmental Education Instructor

AmeriCorps & Senior Corps

Idaho

On-site

USD 18,000 - 22,000

Full time

27 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Education award

Health coverage

Living allowance

Childcare assistance

Professional development

Job summary

AmeriCorps & Senior Corps in Boise seeks an AmeriCorps member to educate Treasure Valley students and community members, develop environmental education lessons, and recruit volunteers for special events. The role includes delivering programs and assisting with logistics.

You will lead service learning and habitat restoration projects, coordinate volunteers, and support on-site programs like after-school and preschool activities, with required background checks and a commitment to full term.

Qualifications

Must be a U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident.
Fluent in English and able to commit to full term of service.
Must pass fingerprint background checks and City of Boise checks.

Responsibilities

Educate multi-age audiences through lessons and community programs.
Develop and lead service-learning and habitat restoration projects.
Recruit, supervise and train volunteers for programs and events.
Assist in scheduling and program delivery using MS Office tools.

Skills

Teaching experience

Public speaking

Volunteer coordination

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Job description

ENGAGE AND EDUCATE COMMUNITY MEMBERS & STUDENTS IN THE BOISE FOOTHILLS ECOSYSTEM!In this position, the AmeriCorps member will develop & deliver environmental education lessons & community programs to Treasure Valley students & community members. They will also assist w/organizational details & logistics involved in delivering these programs. Additionally, they will recruit & coordinate volunteers to assist w/special events, help w/special projects, & engage in service & restoration projects.REQUIREMENTS: Must be U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident;Must possess high school diploma/equivalent, or commit to earning one prior to receiving award; Must be fluent in English; Must be able to commit to full term of service; Must successfully pass fingerprint criminal history background check.PREFERRED SKILLS: Minimum 1-yr experience teaching children; interest in/enthusiasm for working w/youth & adults; Experience w/environmental education/STEM content knowledge preferred; Communicate w/clarity & conciseness to individuals/groups; convey respect, assistance & resourcefulness in a friendly manner; Maintain flexible schedule; maintain prompt & regular attendance; Complete assignments in timely fashion; perform all essential & marginal functions w/or without reasonable accommodation; Must be able to successfully pass City of Boise background check & City of Boise online Defensive Driver Training; Will need to be able to drive City vehicle; Will be required to complete First Aid/CPR cert course.MEMBER BENEFITS: A taxable, monthly living allowance ($22,200/11-month,1700-hr member, paid over the term of service); An education award of $7,395 upon successful completion of term of service; Loan forbearance; Basic medical insurance; Childcare allowance for those who qualify; Professional development, trainings & networking opportunities. Qualified individuals w/disabilities & those from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Member Duties

In this position, the AmeriCorps member will educate multi-age audiences through lessons, community programs & presentations. They will develop new curriculum; modify/improve existing lessons, & tailor lessons/presentations to different audiences. They will develop & lead service learning & habitat restoration projects w/a variety of groups. The member will represent FLC at Community Outreach Events–examples include: expos & conferences, City of Boise events, & AmeriCorps events. This position includes assisting in the recruitment, supervision & training of volunteers, organizing & leading summer camps/special programs, & assisting in on-site programs like our after school & preschool programs. The member will be expected to perform some administrative duties related to scheduling & program delivery using tools that will include Microsoft Office, email, Powerpoint, etc. They will be expected to positively & courteously respond to phone & in person inquiries while in service.

Program Benefits