New York Corps- Educator & Naturalist
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Position SummaryThe Educator-Naturalist will assist in developing and executing conservation-based school and community education programs. In addition, this position will assist with daily operations, educational exhibits, and in the care of the Center and property. The member will assist in the educational aspects of the Center. Throughout the year, the AmeriCorps member will assist with teaching school and public based environmental conservation education classes that serve suburban and urban populations from the region. Focusing on topics such as Marsh ecology, bird conservation, Climate change, and the Hudson River, the AmeriCorps member will help reach approximately 1200 students and adults and provide roughly 8,000 environmental education contact hours. Additionally, the AmeriCorps member will be assisting in the daily operations of the Nature Center that will reach another 7,000 people through Center visitors and hikers. Key Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe SCA intern will assist in and work closely with other education staff to develop and execute conservation-based school and community education programs; Work with revising lesson plans and curriculum; Prepare lesson plans/curriculum, program set-up and clean-up, and program evaluation; Maintain inventory, condition and organization of educational materials, supplies and equipment; develop and execute conservation-based education through Center visitation, public canoe trips and school groups; Assist with daily operations and light maintenance of center properties, including general housekeeping, lawn and trail upkeep; Participate in other conservation efforts, science research, and restoration work that includes learning how to collect and identify invertebrates in the field, eel monitoring, invasive species control, conducting plant surveys, or marsh birds surveys. They will also be required to develop a sound understanding of; Wetland management, Wetland ecology, Invasive species control, Native Bird and wildlife communities and Non-profit operations. Marginal DutiesGoal 1: AmeriCorps member will assist with teaching formal school and public based environmental conservation education classes that serve suburban and urban populations from the region. The member will also be tasked with developing 1 new conservation education program during their service. Goal 2: Focusing on topics such as Marsh ecology, bird conservation, climate change, and the Hudson River, the AmeriCorps member will help reach approximately 1200 students and adults and provide roughly 8,000 environmental education contact hours. They will be evaluated on several points that will help increase the number of programs through, but not limited to; arranging/conducting ~10 public canoe trips, helping to implement the Youth Climate Summit, , and assist in reaching the public through social media. (50% between goal 1 and 2) Goal 3: Additionally, the AmeriCorps member will be assisting in the daily operations of the Nature Center that will reach another 7,000 people through Center visitors and hikers (30%). They will also participate in other conservation efforts at the sanctuary, including songbird monitoring and invasive species control (20%) . Required Qualifications•Undergraduate, or equivalent experience focused in Environmental Education, Wildlife Biology, or related field. •Excellent interpersonal/communication skills with adults & children a must. •Prior teaching experience is preferred. •Canoeing experience a plus. •Ability to work well as part of the team. •Attention to detail, excellent time-management and organizational skills •Be flexible and motivated •Must be comfortable working outdoors in variable weather conditions •Personal Transportation is important Preferred Qualifications AgeAdults 18 or older CompensationAmount of the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award being offered for successful completion of the member's term of service: $7,395 Amount of Living Allowance member will receive: $400/week, and Free housing provided Healthcare coverage (if applicable): Eligible for free health insurance Childcare coverage (if applicable): Eligible for childcare assistance through AmeriCorps Student loan forbearance and interest payments, (if the member qualifies): Eligible for Federal Student Loan forbearance and interest payment deferment through AmeriCorps for qualifying student loans. Describe professional, personal, or service-related member development activities and training to be provided for member: AmeriCorps and SCA Orientation SCA Risk Management Sexual Harassment/Drug Abuse in the Workplace SCA Driver's Safety Training Mental Health First Aid Training Wilderness First Aid & CPR Environmental Education Curriculum Environmental Leadership Institute New York State Outdoor Educator Association Conferences/Events Hudson River Ecology Leave No Trace Trainer Course Professional Development & Job Readiness Living AccommodationsMember will have a private room in a shared house on the CMACS property Additional BenefitsFirst Aid/CPR, Wilderness First Aid Training