Seasonal Summer Camp Educator

The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.

Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.

Audubon is committed to a culture of workplace excellence, where our talented and diverse staff are deeply engaged, with a strong sense of belonging. The birds Audubon pledges to protect differ in color, size, behavior, geographical preference, and countless other ways. By honoring and celebrating the equally remarkable diversity of the human species, Audubon will bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the hemisphere.

This position will work with the Education Director and Education Coordinator to develop and implement Audubon’s Rowe Sanctuary Platte River Safari summer camp programs.

Platte River Safari is an experiential-based conservation day camp. The program aims to engage children out on the land and the water to discover the great diversity of life beyond their backyards. By using local field sites and an interdisciplinary, experiential-based curriculum that leads to conservation action, Safari Camp aims to create in the minds of our children a deeper appreciation for where we live.

This position is on-site at the Rowe Sanctuary, 44450 Elm Island Rd, Gibbon, Nebraska.

Compensation:

$18.00 / hour

• Research and develop educational conservation programs and activities for Safari summer camps.
• Draft, review, and modify curriculums.
• Work collaboratively with academic staff to ensure excellence and maintain continuous improvement in programming.
• Lead field trips and camp programs.
• Teach and present ideas effectively both orally and in written form.
• Work with all ages and abilities.
• Organize and manage many different tasks on a day-to-day basis.
• Work both as part of a team and independently.
• Work odd hours.
• CPR and 1st Aid Certification are highly recommended.

• Bachelor's degree in education, natural sciences, or a similar program of study preferred. Experience in conducting education programs in natural settings is desired.
• Individuals must have:
  
  • An interest in conservation-focused programming.
  • A desire to work with children outdoors and share their knowledge and enthusiasm about the natural world.
  • A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
  • A familiarity with learning theory, current education initiatives, and ecological principles.
• Must be able to attend monthly meetings and the weeks of June 20-22 and June 27-29.
• Age and ability-appropriate teaching skills.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must know how to use a computer, typewriter, calculator, copy machine, telephone, etc.
• Must be able to transport, push/pull up to 50 pounds and be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.

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