Per Diem Naturalist Educator – Middle School Specialist at The Norman Bird Sanctuary Trust

Middletown, Rhode Island, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Education Programming, Communication Skills, Natural Sciences, Curriculum Development, Teamwork, Public Programming, Nature Walks, Clerical Duties, Field Trips, Summer Camps, Youth Engagement, Feedback Reporting, Equipment Maintenance, Outdoor Activities, Passion for Nature

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Description About Us Norman Bird Sanctuary in Middletown, Rhode Island welcomes 20,000 visitors each year to our 300-acre campus and 7 miles of hiking trails. In the nearly 75 years since our founding, the property in our care includes thriving wildlife habitats from grasslands, forests, rocky ridges, salt marsh, and dunes to sandy beach. Our facilities include a welcome center, an upgraded historic barn and farmhouse, an artist’s studio, several classrooms and a coastal education center. Visitors of all ages and backgrounds explore the main campus and trails and participate in hundreds of educational programs throughout the year. For six decades, Norman Bird Sanctuary has welcomed hundreds of campers to our award-winning Summer Camp. In what has become a tradition for many, generations of curious campers have been able to explore our expansive outdoor classroom and have fun in nature. Our age-appropriate and innovative camps offer a unique blend of hands-on learning, games, animal encounters and team building. With a fun and team-oriented staff, a highly engaged board of directors, and an operating budget of over $1.8 million, we work to fulfill the mission of our founder, Mabel Norman Cerio, who created Norman Bird Sanctuary through a bequest in 1949. Our mission is to engage a community of stewards to preserve, protect and enjoy this 300-acre property and the ecosystems within and beyond its stone walls. Through conservation, historic preservation, education and exploration, we foster lifelong connections between people and the Sanctuary’s rich and diverse habitats. Position Summary Responsible for providing educational programming with a focus on youth ages 11-14, including but not limited to field trips, after school programming, summer and vacation camps, guided walks, and Curiosity Lab engagement. The Naturalist Educator should have experience working with middle school students and a passion for nature. The Naturalist Educator will support the Education team with public programming, curriculum building, and staffing the Curiosity Lab. Responsibilities and Scope Education Programming: Support planning, delivery, communications and follow-up related to field trips; facilitate educational programs, guide nature walks, support summer and vacation camps, host Curiosity Lab visitors, and support middle school curriculum development and delivery · Maintain order and cleanliness of all shared spaces · Support the Education Team with all set-up and breakdown tasks, including setting up and maintaining equipment and workspaces · Encourage and report feedback from visitors and program attendees · Clerical Duties as assigned Requirements Minimum Qualifications · Able to lift 50 pounds · Able to walk a minimum of two miles on uneven, rocky terrain · Able to work outside year-round in all types of weather · Willing and able to pass a nationwide background check Desired Qualifications · Knowledge of the natural sciences · Strong communication skills · Bachelor’s degree or coursework towards a college degree in education, environmental science, or biology preferred. Compensation Salary is based upon experience, paid hourly on a biweekly schedule. This is a nonexempt, at-will, temporary position. Norman Bird Sanctuary is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants of all genders, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and persons with disabilities to apply.

Responsibilities

The Naturalist Educator is responsible for providing educational programming focused on youth ages 11-14, including field trips and summer camps. They will also support the Education team with curriculum development and public programming.