Temp: Environmental Literacy Outdoor Education Assistant (Arlington Echo)

Arlington Echo; Millersville (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Arlington Echo in Millersville, MD is seeking an Environmental Literacy Outdoor Education Assistant to support programs. You will assist with instructional and facility needs, prepare materials, participate in outdoor instruction, and help with evening programs and displays, under supervision of the Coordinator and professional staff.

The ideal candidate will be team‑oriented, well organized, and able to communicate with students, teachers, and the public.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in education field required.
• Bachelor's Degree in education field preferred.
• Some college coursework in related fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and supports environmental literacy field experiences.
• Oversees evening programs with students.
• Organizes equipment setup/breakdown for instructional activities.
• Assists in developing instructional materials for outdoor education.

Skills

Teamwork

Organization

Communication

Office software

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Tools

Video Conferencing

Microsoft Office

Job description

Temp: Environmental Literacy Outdoor Education Assistant (Arlington Echo)

Anne Arundel County Public Schools Arlington Echo - Millersville, Maryland Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5674138
Application Deadline: May 01, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted: May 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Title Code:

Temp: Environmental Literacy Outdoor Education Assistant

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 timeTalking: 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

• 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

• None:

Travel Requirements

• N/A

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date: 7/1/2018 Established Date: 3/7/2016 Title Code: Y00062 Title: ASSISTANT: ENVIRONMENTAL LITERACY OUTDOOR EDUCATION TEMP Alternate Title: Assistant: Environmental Literacy Outdoor Education Temp Reports to Generic: Coordinator Reports to Specific: COORDINATOR: ENVIRONMENTAL LITERACY OUTDOOR EDUCATION

ORGANIZATION

Division: Academics Business Unit: Curriculum & Assessments Department: Curriculum & Assessments PK-12 Encore Negotiated Agreement:

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit: 0 Days Worked: 191 FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Grade: ClickHERE to view Terms of Employment, Benefits and Salary Scale. Scroll down to locate (Temp-Terms of Employment) Essential Job: Months Worked: Hours Worked: Job Family: Administrative and Office Support Sub-Function: Technical-Clerical Support Position Type: Temporary, as-needed Salary: upto $18.50 hour Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Environmental Education

Equal Opportunity Employer

Anne Arundel County Public Schools prohibits discrimination in matters affecting employment or in providing access to programs on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or disability.For more information, contact:Anne Arundel County Public SchoolsDivision of Human Resources, 2644 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD 21401.410-222-5061 TDD 410-222-5000 or Email Recruitment

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 2644 Riva Road
• Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]