Naturalist

Seeking an individual with a background in environmental education to effectively develop and implement outdoor education field trips for students and classes for the community.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part-time seasonal

HOURLY RATE: $18.00

HOURS PER WEEK: spring season: 5-20, summer season: 5-40

• Present educational programs and activities for scheduled groups on a seasonal basis.
• Provide quality instruction and create an atmosphere of leaning through positive feedback and mutual understanding.
• Instruct and supervise elementary-age children in an outdoor setting through hands-on activities.
• Responsible for ensuring that programs are taught according to the curriculum developed by Outdoor Education staff.
• Conduct evening and weekend programs for the scouts, families and adults.
• Dedicate time to organize educational materials before and after programming.
• Public relations: including answering telephones, greeting visitors, answering questions and providing information about MPS Recreation and Hawthorn Glen resources.
• Care of native animal exhibits including repairs and improvements.
• Attend seasonal staff meetings for the purpose of program evaluation, new program implementation, current program revisions and the assignment of special projects.
• Demonstrate knowledge of MPS Recreation rules, policies and procedures related to management and resource protection.

Reports to the Recreation Supervisor of Outdoor Education and Outdoor Education Specialist.

• Minimum of one (1) year of environmental education experience.
• College coursework and practical experience in natural sciences desired.

• Experience working with children in an educational setting preferred.
• Knowledge of Wisconsin plant life and animal life.
• Have a background or interest in natural history and feel a connection with nature.
• Ability to work outside in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures.
• Ability to hike on trails and uneven terrain.
• Ability to work well with limited supervision and demonstrate flexibility.
• Ability to make independent decisions and respond to immediate needs of students, emergency situations and program needs.
• Desire to work with students of all ages, with and without disabilities.
• Ability to complete necessary paperwork.
• Leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to handle a variety of animals including arthropods and snakes.
• Ability to memorize and recall facts and information.
• A strong knowledge and commitment to the goals of environmental education and land preservation.
• Willingness to work varied hours and days.

This work environment includes physical activity such as hiking, lifting at least 40 lbs., and working in all weather conditions.

Required

Preferred

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