Description
Position Summary:
The Nature Education and Camp Manager’s primary responsibilities are delivering wildlife programs to all ages and managing camp staff.
Position responsibilities include:
Support WildCare’s Education Department in the delivery of all its programs, including Nature Van, Center Tours, Wildlife Ambassador, Nature Hikes, Wildlife Camp, and Event Tabling. The programs of focus for this position are the Nature Van and Wildlife Camp.
Present wildlife education programs for students in Pre-K through 12th grade, with most programs being delivered to elementary age students. Programs take place at schools, camps, our center, and other special events as necessary. WildCare’s education programs serve eight counties within the San Francisco Bay Area. This position requires driving WildCare’s Nature Van (cargo van) to and from each Nature Van program.
Develop and implement an adult lecture series
Recruit, interview, hire, train, support, and guide Wildlife Camp Counselor and teen volunteers
Deliver Wildlife Camp curriculum for winter, spring and summer camps
Inventory and purchase camp and Nature Van teaching materials and supplies
Manage logistics of Wildlife Camp including selection of hike site locations and securing park permits
Develop and update curriculum and educational materials for all of WildCare's education programs, including incorporation of Next Generation Science Standards.
Support WildCare Education staff and volunteers with other functions and projects as assigned.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
To be considered for an interview, applicants must meet ALL of the minimum qualifications listed below. The ideal candidate is someone who loves nature, enjoys teaching, has a rapport with children, and is flexible and organized.
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university or commensurate experience
Previous experience developing and delivering programs for students in Pre-K through 6th grade, in a related field
Strong class management skills
General knowledge of wildlife ecology
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to perform work without direct supervision
Excellent driving record
Competent computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook and Google Calendar
Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and bend to move teaching tools and interact with children.
Additional Desired Qualifications:
Experience handling and/or presenting live animals in an educational setting
Completed relevant college course work in Animal Sciences, Environmental Studies, Teaching, or a related field
Experience teaching Middle School, High School, and adults
Working knowledge of Next Generation Science Standards
Bilingual a plus (fluent in both English and Spanish)
Conditions of Employment:
Hiring is contingent upon receipt of a DMV driving record and an FBI/California Department of Justice background check. The Nature Education and Camp Manager will drive the Nature Van (cargo van) on a regular basis to deliver off-site programs. Shift times vary day-to-day, beginning as early as 7:00am and ending as late as 6:00pm, with occasional evening/weekend/holiday work required.
