Temp: Environmental Literacy Outdoor Education Assistant (Arlington Echo)

Temp: Environmental Literacy Outdoor Education Assistant – Arlington Echo, Millersville, Maryland – Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Job Summary Assists Environmental Literacy and Outdoor Education staff in the needs of environmental literacy and outdoor education programs. Supports program operations including preparation of materials, outdoor instruction, evening program implementation, staff development, and upkeep of educational displays under the direction of the Coordinator and professional staff. Essential Duties / Responsibilities Instructs and implements lessons as part of the Environmental Literacy field experience; assists Outdoor Education Teacher Specialist and Outdoor Educator with parent in‑services. Oversees and conducts evening programs with students. Organizes set‑up and break‑down of equipment and materials needed for instructional programs and activities. Assists in developing instructional materials and activities for 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 part of the environmental and outdoor education center. Assists with aquaculture maintenance. Assists with upkeep of databases and administrative duties. Works under the general supervision of the Coordinator and the immediate direction of the Outdoor Educator or other professional staff. Performs other related duties within the same classification or lower. Minimum Qualifications Education: Associate's Degree in an applicable field of education from a regionally accredited institution is required; Bachelor's Degree preferred. Experience: None required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Ability to work as a team member and show patience with students, teachers, administrators, volunteers, and the public; excellent organization and communication skills; proficiency with business technology applications (Microsoft Office Suite, Video/Web Conferencing). Licenses & Certifications: None required. Driving Requirements: None required. EEO Statement: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Physical Demands / Working Conditions Standing, walking, sitting, keyboarding, talking, and hearing activities vary but most are moderate; requires ability to lift and carry as needed, with no heavy lifting required. Work is primarily in an indoor environment with moderate noise levels. #J-18808-Ljbffr IMDiversity