Coastal Classroom College Intern, Summer

POSITION SUMMARY

City Parks Learn has operated interdisciplinary environmental education programs in schools and parks since 1992. Coastal Classroom focuses on coastal ecology, water quality, urban waterfront restoration and preservation in shoreline parks across Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan and the Bronx. We offer multi‑session programs for summer camp organizations, community based organizations and other youth summer groups, providing stimulating and meaningful learning experiences through site‑specific inquiry‑based lessons.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

City Parks Foundation (CPF) seeks a College Intern to assist Coastal Classroom Staff in providing instruction and guidance to middle school students and paid high‑school interns during Summer 2024 under the supervision of the Coastal Classroom Program Manager. The successful candidate will have a strong knowledge base in aquatic ecosystems and shoreline ecology as well as at least one year of experience delivering instruction to and working with adolescents in an educational setting. Training will take place in late June and the beginning of July. This position will be based primarily at Kaiser Park in Coney Island, Brooklyn, at a Catalyst site for Partnerships for Parks, a division of City Parks Foundation, or at the Hallets Cove Site in Astoria in collaboration with the Socrates Sculpture Park. A few hours of administrative duties will be required at the education offices located at 1234 Fifth Avenue in Central Park’s Arsenal North building.

COMPENSATION

$18 – $20 per hour

RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly support and assist program managers and seasonal educators, primarily on site. Deliver sequential, developmentally appropriate lessons for diverse participants, primarily middle school youth. Help facilitate the seamless implementation of field activities while supporting the Program Manager and Program Director as needed. Provide logistical support and complete general administrative duties, as needed. Assist with data collection and record‑keeping. Help maintain, repair and protect boats, tools and equipment, including waders, nets, buckets, water quality kits and other gear. Require quick set‑up and breakdown time, including moving heavy equipment (boats, waders, nets, moving cart) and other physically arduous tasks.

REQUIREMENTS

Enrollment in a Bachelor’s Degree or anticipated degree program in Education, Marine Ecology, Marine Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field. Interest in working with diverse students, especially middle school youth from low‑income communities. Knowledge of science education, marine ecology, marine biology, environmental science, or related field, or pursuit of a degree in one or more of these areas of study. Basic knowledge of marine ecosystems, marine life, data collection, and data analysis. Lifeguard Certification a plus. Non‑motorized boating experience a plus. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Versatility, resourcefulness and creativity required (contagious enthusiasm would be great). Willingness to work outdoors from July‑August in hot/sometimes uncomfortable weather conditions (manual labor necessary). Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. City Parks Foundation does not offer visa sponsorship. #J-18808-Ljbffr City Parks Foundation