Environmental Science Educator (Multiple locations across the West Coast)

Environmental Science Educator (Multiple locations across the West Coast)

NatureBridge provides environmental science education experiences for more than 30,000 students and their teachers every year in the world's best classrooms : our National Parks. Our mission is to connect young people to the science and wonder of the natural world, igniting self-discovery, and inspiring stewardship of the planet. As an Environmental Science Educator, you will report to a campus Education Manager and provide student groups with meaningful experiences in the outdoors.

Summary

Who We Are :

NatureBridge provides environmental science education experiences for more than 30,000 students and their teachers every year in the world's best classrooms : our National Parks. Our mission is to connect young people to the science and wonder of the natural world, igniting self-discovery, and inspiring stewardship of the planet.

We are currently hiring for multiple locations across the West Coast.

What You Will Do :

As an Environmental Science Educator, you will report to a campus Education Manager and provide student groups with meaningful experiences in the outdoors. Programming is guided by the integration of science, social and emotional learning, and equity, inclusion and diversity, as outlined in our Theory of Change. This position takes place completely on campus and does not allow for remote work.

Your primary job will be to :

• Use a student-centered approach to lead participants through multi day, hands-on, experiential & investigative learning in outdoor settings.
• Cultivate an inclusive learning environment by delivering culturally relevant content that presents multiple perspectives and connects to students' lived experiences.
• Create and lead differentiated programming, including 2-3 evening programs a week, that honor the needs and backgrounds of each group of participants.
• Manage students' physical safety in outdoor settings using sound judgment and applying appropriate risk management decisions.
• Work to support an inclusive workplace community by establishing and maintaining respectful, supportive, and compassionate relationships with staff, volunteers, and participants.
• Keep records and assessments of student experiences in order to provide insight on student learning and program outcomes, as well as to share stories from the field with staff, board members, and donors.
• Participate in continuous professional development, as well as personal and professional goal-setting.
• For those in provided housing, follow NatureBridge housing policies and work agreements; cultivate a respectful home environment by setting and being accountable to agreements and boundaries among housemates.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned, such as supporting donor engagement events, program support tasks, providing feedback on special projects, participating in campus beautification or attending conferences.

Compensation :

Who You Are :

We are looking for candidates who have :

Why should you join the NatureBridge team?

How to apply :

Review the season start dates before applying! Submit your resume and 3 references, please respond to the short answer application questions in lieu of a cover letter.

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