Temp: Environmental Literacy Outdoor Education Assistant (Arlington Echo)

Anne Arundel County Public Schools; Maryland; Sur place; USD 21 000 - 29 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Anne Arundel County Public Schools is seeking a Temp Environmental Literacy Outdoor Education Assistant to support field experiences and program operations. The role involves preparing materials, guiding outdoor instruction, assisting with evening programs, and helping with instructional activities under the supervision of experienced staff.

The position emphasizes teamwork, strong organization and communication, and the ability to work with a diverse student and teacher population in an outdoor

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Some college coursework in environmental education or related fields encouraged.
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate with diverse populations.
• Proficiency with common business software (Video Conferencing, MS Office).

Responsabilités

• Instructs and implements lessons as part of Environmental Literacy field experience.
• Oversees and conducts evening programs with students.
• Sets up and breaks down equipment and materials for instructional programs.
• Develops instructional materials for outdoor education activities.
• Directs dining hall meal procedures to ensure proper atmosphere and behavior.
• Assists parents and teachers with instructional activities and programs.
• Maintains tree nursery and native plant gardens as part of the center.
• Assists with aquaculture maintenance.
• Updates and maintains databases and administrative duties.
• Works under supervision of Environmental Literacy and Outdoor Education staff.

Connaissances

Teamwork

Organization

Communication

Diversity awareness

Formation

Associate's Degree in education

Bachelor's Degree in education (preferred)

Some college courses in related fields

Outils

Video Conferencing

Microsoft Office

Word Processing

Description du poste

Temp: Environmental Literacy Outdoor Education Assistant

This position is posted to create a pool of candidates for future positions.

JOB SUMMARY

Assists Environmental Literacy and Outdoor Education staff in the needs of the environmental literacy and outdoor education programs. Work involves supporting program through assisting with instructional and facility needs and operations. This includes preparation of materials, outdoor instruction, evening program implementation, participating in staff development activities and helping with upkeep of educational displays. Work is planned and implemented under the direction of the Coordinator of Environmental Literacy and Outdoor Education and the professional staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Instructs and implements lessons as a part of the Environmental Literacy field experience. Assists the Outdoor Education Teacher Specialist and Outdoor Educator with parent in‑services.
• Oversees and conducts evening programs with students.
• Organizes the set up and break down of necessary equipment and materials needed for instructional programs and activities.
• Assists in developing instructional materials and activities for use in the outdoor education program.
• Directs and oversees dining hall meal procedures to assure proper meal atmosphere and behavior.
• Assists parents and teachers with instructional activities and programs as assigned.
• Maintains tree nursery and native plant gardens as a part of the environmental and outdoor education center.
• Assists with aquaculture maintenance.
• Assists with upkeep of databases and administrative duties.
• Supervision and Guidance Received
• Works under the general supervision of the Coordinator of Environmental Literacy and Outdoor Education.
• Works under the immediate direction and supervision of the Outdoor Educator and/or other professional staff member.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Associate's Degree in applicable field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required.
• Bachelor's Degree in applicable field of education from a regionally accredited college or university preferred.
• Some College Level Courses in environmental education, environmental management, outdoor education, elementary or secondary education, recreation or a related field preferred.

Experience

• None

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Ability to work as a team member and show patience when working with students, teachers, administrators, fellow employees, parents, volunteers and the general public.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse population.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Licenses and Certifications

• N/A

Driving Requirements

• N/A

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Standing: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Walking: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision

• No special vision requirements

Work Environment

Location

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time

Noise Level

• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Weight & Force

Lifting and carrying requirements

• None:

Travel Requirements

• N/A