The Pierce County Human Resources Department is looking for an environmental educator to work with students ranging from kindergarten to 12th grade. Responsibilities include developing and promoting education programs and materials, and assisting in public presentations to all other age groups (including adults).
Deadline is November 16th, 2012 at 4:30PM
For more information and details about the position, see the flyer
[volunteer]: After School Nature Club Volunteer (Mercer Slough Environmental Education Ctr)
click the link for full details
• Environmental Education: Assist Nature Club Teachers in sharing the environment of the Mercer Slough Nature Park with students. Model “Leave No Trace” principles for students, demonstrate and support students’ appreciation for the natural world, and aid students in positively and safely interacting with the park’s flora and fauna.
• Elementary Science Education: Assist Nature Club Teachers in engaging students in hands-on field science investigations of the Mercer Slough Nature Park. Support students in inquiry-based science learning. Subjects include ecology, biology, and environmental science, with a focus on the wetland environment.
• Operational Support: Contribute to overall Nature Club operational functions by assisting Nature Club Teachers in greeting parents and students, safely moving the group from place to place, ensuring that students are properly dressed for the weather conditions, preparing supplies and educational materials, and assisting with program set-up and clean-up.
[volunteer]: Polliwog Preschool Volunteer (Mercer Slough Environmental Education Ctr)
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• Early Childhood Education: Assist Polliwog Preschool Teachers in providing learning experiences for preschool-age students, including interacting with students during free play times, modeling and reinforcing positive behaviors, and engaging students in investigations, imaginative play, and cooperative interactions with other students.
• Environmental Education: Assist Polliwog Preschool Teachers in sharing the environment of the Mercer Slough Nature Park with students. Model “Leave No Trace” principles for students, demonstrate and support students’ appreciation for the natural world, and aid students in positively and safely interacting with the park’s flora and fauna.
• Operational Support: Contribute to overall preschool operational functions by assisting Polliwog Preschool Teachers in greeting parents and students, safely moving the group from place to place, and ensuring that students are properly dressed for the weather conditions.
National Widllife Federation’s mission is Inspiring Americans to protect wildlife for our children’s future. This AmeriCorps project will help us outreach our programs, connecting Washington families with resources and opportunities.
The Pacific Regional Center in Seattle is looking for an AmeriCorps Member to assist the education staff with promoting environmental stewardship and engaging communities, schools, and partners in opportunities that help develop community stewards, supports sustainable environmental education, and restores/protects wildlife habitat. The Education programs supported by this work include the Community Wildlife Habitat program, Eco-Schools USA, Be Out There, and community outreach. Our office is an easy going, flexible work environment.
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Living stipend of $1,125 per month
Volunteer Opportunities Abroad –Build Schools & Health Clinics
ARCHITECTURE BRIGADES INFO SESSION
Wednesday, July 25 at 5:30pm – Savery 137
Want to build a health clinic & school for a poverty stricken community? Would you like to travel to beautiful Central America for Winter break? Join University of Washington’s Architecture Brigade to Honduras, December 14-23 to bring access to education & health care for youth in rural communities. The student run campus organization will have short meetings to plan, fundraise, learn Spanish, and educate each other about the communities we will be visiting. Once on the ground, students will learn about building techniques, work side-by-side with community members, and meet the children who will be benefiting from the new school & health clinic. Speaking Spanish is not mandatory and translators will be provided during brigade. Applications are available here: https://catalyst.uw.edu/webq/survey/brdeturk/172963
Please RSVP for the upcoming info sessions https://catalyst.uw.edu/webq/survey/brdeturk/174016
· Wednesday, July 25th 5:30pm SAV 137
· Wednesday, August 1st 5:30 SAV 137
For questions, please contact Bethany De Turk at brdeturk@uw.edu
Adviser note: unpaid internship, but it would definitely be possible for credit. Ask Joe or Stanley if you have questions!
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Original posting: http://www.naturevision.org/internships/
Nature Vision Internship
Summer 2012
Nature Vision is a non-profit environmental education organization founded in 2003 based in Woodinville, WA. Our mission is to foster citizen appreciation and stewardship of our environment through integration of school, community, and nature education. Nature Vision (NV) serves over 44,000 students annually, more than many nature centers in our area. In 2010, the NV team received the Michael Mercer Water Conservation Educator Award with partners for our work on the Sammamish Watershed Festival. NV was also honored with the 2007-2008 Environmental Education Association of Washington’s (EEAW) Award for Organizational Excellence.
Internship Description
Duties include but are not limited to:
• Aiding naturalists with presenting environmental education programs to:summer camps, schools, libraries, other groups from the Nature Vision menu of programs. Training is provided.
• Prep and clean-up of materials for camps and presentations
• Office projects as needed by staff
Start Date: 6/18/12, negotiable depending on school needs
End Date: 8/31/12 or earlier depending on school needs
Hours: 15-30 a week, unpaid
Minimum Qualifications:
Working on bachelor’s degree or experience in Education, Interpretation, environmental science or a related field; combination of education and experience which demonstrates the ability to work in classrooms and in the field with groups of students. Must be a US Citizen and able to read, speak, and write the English language clearly.
Special Requirements: Must possess a valid Washington State Drivers’ License and own vehicle to drive to field sites. May need to occasionally lift objects up to 50 lbs.
To apply: Please email cover letter and resume to Clay Heilman,cheilman@naturevision.org
Unique and Exciting Opportunity to Serve as Peer Instructor with
Program on the Environment and UW International Educational Outreach
Seven upper-level undergraduates (juniors and seniors) are sought to
assist as peer mentors and teachers with students from Japan (Keio
University) from August 3-23rd. The course, “Humans and the
Environment in the Pacific Northwest,” will expose the visiting
students to topics ranging from forest ecology and land
use/transportation to ecological design and urban food sustainability.
Peer Instructors will assist in leading activities (including field
trips to places like the Cascade Mountains, Puget Sound, Carkeek Park
and activities like hiking and canoeing) as well as in mentoring
students on topic-based research projects. Students need to be
available at least part-time and preferably full-time during the
course period.
Benefits include:
Potential independent study credit and Capstone credits.
Enhancement of resume-building skills including teaching,
facilitating, and project management.
Practice communicating with international students and development of
friendships with Japanese youth.
Training and mentoring from course instructor.
Positions will be filled on a rolling basis in spring quarter 2012.
Please email course Instructor Megan Horst ASAP at horstm@uw.edu to be
considered.
[job]: Seattle Tilth Children’s Garden Program Coordinator
Application deadline is February 24, 2012 at 5 pm.
For full job posting, follow the link above.
This is a permanent part-time staff position with Seattle Tilth. We are seeking a mature, enthusiastic
person who can teach and inspire both young children and adults. We require that applicants have
teaching experience, especially 2 – 14 year-olds, preferably in garden-based or environmental
education. Applicants must enjoy working outside and must have experience vegetable gardening in
the Pacific Northwest. Applicants must have experience training and leading adult volunteers.
Access to a car is required. Computer and office skills are required. Work takes place weekdays,
Saturdays and some evenings. Background in art, music, theater or performance a plus.
The University of Washington Academic Support Program is offering a service-learning seminar titled “EDUC 401: Tutoring and Mentorship in Higher Education” forWinter Quarter 2012.
This weekly seminar will introduce junior and senior students to a diverse range of tutoring, mentoring, and teaching methodologies. Students will have an opportunity to apply what they learn in class through tutoring and mentoring new transfer, freshman, and sophomore students who are transitioning socially, culturally, and academically to the University of Washington.
This is a great opportunity for seasoned students to give back to the University by sharing their knowledge and experience with new students who are working to become independent learners.
For more registration information, please contact Anne Browning at:
Camp Orkila is now hiring for full-time camp instructors in Environmental Education to start March 16, 2012. Check out the position information here, and send resumes/cover letters to Laura Bruhns at lbruhns@seattleymca.org.