[job]: Nature Vision Program Naturalist

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Nature Vision Program Naturalist Position Announcement

Nature Vision is a non-profit environmental education organization founded in 2003 based in Woodinville, WA. Our mission is to foster appreciation and stewardship of our environment through integration of school and community for a sustainable future.  Nature Vision serves over 45,000 students annually.  In 2010, the Nature Vision team received the Michael Mercer Water Conservation Educator Awardwith partners for our work on the Sammamish Watershed Festival.  Nature Vision was also honored with the 2007-2008 Environmental Education Association of Washington’s (EEAW) Award for Organizational Excellence. 

Position description

Duties include but are not limited to: 

  • Presenting environmental education and outreach programs to schools and other groups in classrooms and outdoor settings from the Nature Vision menu of programs.  Training is provided. 
  • Prep and clean-up of materials for presentations.
  • Driving to presentation sites driving across King and parts of Snohomish County to reach schools and other sites registered for programs.
  • Special projects as assigned.

Start Date:  September 2014

Hours: Part-time, 7-20 hours/week, varies according to registration and availability  

Salary: $15-$16/hour to start                                                                        

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and experience in Education, Interpretation, Biological Sciences, Environmental Science or a related field; combination of education and experience which demonstrates the ability to work in the field and in classrooms with diverse groups of students.  Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident and able to read, speak, and write the English language clearly. Must pass WA State Patrol criminal records check.

Special Requirements:Must possess a valid Washington State Drivers’ License and own insured vehicle to drive to field sites. Mileage is reimbursed at federal rate.  May need to occasionally lift objects up to 50 lbs.

To Apply:  Please email cover letter and resume to Ginny Ballard, Executive Director gsanchez@naturevision.org by August 25, 2014.

[job]: Nature Vision Instructional Assistant

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Nature Vision Farrel-McWhirter Park Preschool

Instructional Assistant Position Announcement

Nature Vision is a non-profit environmental education organization founded in 2003 based in Woodinville, WA. Our mission is to foster appreciation and stewardship of our environment through integration of school and community for a sustainable future.  Nature Vision serves over 45,000 students annually.  In 2010, the Nature Vision team  received the Michael Mercer Water Conservation Educator Awardwith partners for our work on the Sammamish Watershed Festival.  Nature Vision was also honored with the 2007-2008 Environmental Education Association of Washington’s (EEAW) Award for Organizational Excellence. 

Nature Vision is now working in partnership with the City of Redmond to run the Farrel-McWhirter Park Preschool.  This will be the pilot year of this collaboration, and Nature Vision is seeking a well qualified Instructional Assistant to provide exceptional preschool program services alongside two other Nature Vision staff members.

Position description

Duties include but are not limited to: 

  • Teaching preschool alongside the Preschool Director: Preschool Adventures, M, W, F 9:00 am-11:30 am plus additional planning time http://www.redmondrecreationguide.com/i/351302
  • Prep and clean-up of materials
  • Curriculum development as needed
  • Communicating with preschool parents as assigned
  • Substituting on M-F as available throughout the year

Start Date:  September 2, 2014 or sooner

End Date: June 5, 2015 (this position may become August-June if contract is renewed)

Hours: Part-time, 14 hours per week.

Salary: $17.50 hour, non-benefitted

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education desired, or combination of education and experience.  Bachelor’s degree or experience in Interpretation, Life Science, or related field; combination of education and experience which demonstrates the ability to teach a nature-based preschool program indoors and in the field with groups of students in varying weather conditions. 

Must be enthusiastic, energetic and passionate about working with children.  Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident and able to read, speak, and write the English language clearly.  Must maintain current Adult, Child and Infant CPR/AED and First Aid certificates.

Special Requirements:Must possess a valid Washington State Drivers’ License and own insured 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 by August 15, 2014, 5:00 pm.

PoE Student Experiences: Carter Case

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Ever wonder what PoE students are up to? This spring break, PoE senior Carter Case chased the warm weather south for sunny Phoenix, Arizona. But this wasn’t your average vacation. Carter was one of 1000 students from around the world to attend Clinton Global Initiative University 2014, a weekend-long series of talks and networking events that promotes civic action and collaboration between young people to take on the world’s biggest challenges. With fellow UW senior Sarra Tekola, his social venture was to create an organization that would bring climate change education to conservative communities in an attempt to bridge the voting gap on environmental legislation. While at CGIU, Carter heard inspiring messages from Bill and Hilary Clinton, as well as advice from business and non-profit leaders on how to effect change in the environmental field. He also used his PoE education to challenge unfounded claims, and kept a critical yet cautiously optimistic eye on each political figure. This is just one more example of a PoE student applying his/her degree to the world in a meaningful way, and a reminder that with passion and perseverance, change is more than just a dream!

[Job] Outdoor Education Instructor

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POSITION:  Outdoor Education Instructor at Camp Killoqua, near Seattle, WA

SEASON:  Late March 2014 to June 14, 2014

DESCRIPTION:

Come work and play at camp during the school year! Camp Killoqua, a non-profit residential Outdoor Education program in beautiful Stanwood Washington, is looking for creative, enthusiastic Instructors for our spring season. Our program has all the fun you expect from a summer camp, with lots fun games and singing, as well as a more structured classroom style learning aspect.Staff typically work 5 days per week with most weekends off.

REQUIREMENTS:  Degree, or 2 years college and related experience. Experience working with children in the out of doors, ability to be a positive role model to participants, positive and flexible attitude and strong work ethic. Current CPR and First Aid certifications required. Washington State Food  Workers Card required. Experience/certification belaying, or small craft safety is a plus.

APPLY SOON POSITIONS LIMITIED: For more info or to apply please visit our website http://campfiresnoco.org/campjobs.htm .For Questions about the positions, please contact: Cassie Anderson, Camp Killoqua Outdoor Education Director at canderson@campfiresnoco.org or 360-652-6250.

CLOSING DATE: March 20, 2014.

[part-time job]: Naturalist: City of Seattle

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[seattle.gov job page]: search job number: 2013-00761

 Job Responsibilities:

·         Build and maintain strategic partnerships with community agencies to expand environmental education opportunities to under-served populations in the City.

·         Develop opportunities to reach and engage urban families and their communities to increase environmental leadership skills

·         Develop culturally inclusive environmental education material including scripts, curriculum, handouts and slide programs. 

·         Lead and evaluate program support staff, volunteers and interns involved in program implementation and delivery. 

·         Write, edit, coordinate and distribute program promotional materials including brochures, fliers and posters.

·         Maintain records of program activities and prepares a variety of reports as requested including program budgets and evaluations. 

 Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires a minimum of two years of experience applying specialized knowledge of educational program development, teaching experience in natural science, multicultural history, environmental justice, or outdoor skills in an environmental learning center, garden, park or other educational setting and a baccalaureate degree in natural sciences, natural resource management, education, or related field (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background to perform the work of the naturalist).

Desired Qualifications:

  • Creativity, flexibility, and ability to work both independently and in a team setting
  • Cultural competency and the ability to work with and relate to diverse groups
  • Strong commitment to working with under-served/under-resourced communities in providing environmental education
  • Ability to maintain safety of program participants and demonstrate good judgment
  • Ability to take direction and feedback in a constructive manner.
  • Ability to work in a “partnership” setting as well as work independently
  • Bilingual in Spanish, Tagalog, East African languages, or Chinese is preferable
  • Ability to make connections between the urban and natural environment and make current critical environmental  issues relevant to diverse audiences

[part-time job]: Seattle Tilth Garden Hotline Educator

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Job Announcement:

Garden Hotline Educator
Description:

The Garden Hotline, managed by Seattle Tilth, is seeking a part-time (16 hours/ week) horticulture and resource conservation educator. Garden Hotline educators provide residents in Seattle and King County with information on plant care and selection, insect, animal and plant pests, IPM alternatives to pesticide use, weed management, urban food growing, soil building, soil biology, composting of yard debris and food scraps, use of compost and mulch, grass-cycling, natural lawn care, outdoor water conservation and home storm water management. Educators reach out to the public in Seattle and King County through educational workshops and presentations, garden tours, tabling at events, and other activities. Garden Hotline educators also provide service hours for phone, email and walk-in queries by residents Monday through Saturday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and may assist in the other educational activities of Seattle Tilth.

 

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have extensive knowledge of Pacific Northwest gardening techniques, plants, pests and their management using sustainable practices, as well as 2-4 years experience working with the public in some capacity to educate them about the topics mentioned in the above paragraph. Other requirements include knowledge of backyard composting and soil building techniques, strong verbal and written communication skills, a friendly, polite and patient personality, willingness to work as part of a team, knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, and excellent research skills. An Associates’ or Bachelors’ degree in horticulture or a related field is desired, but not required. Candidates who meet the above qualifications and also speak fluently in Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, Somali, or other foreign language are strongly encouraged to apply.

 

Hours: 16 hours per week; Availability to work on Saturday required.

 

Compensation

Salary: $15.00 – $18.00 DOE. Benefits for this position are paid sick leave and 401k plan.

 

To apply:

Please submit a resume and letter of interest as one document outlining 1) your horticultural experience, 2) any experience using and delivering the identified conservation messages, especially as an educator or customer service provider, and 3) why you are interested in this position.

 

Send all materials to kimpitre@seattletilth.org with “Garden Hotline Educator” as the subject or mail to Kim Pitre, 4649 Sunnyside Ave. N, Suite 100, Seattle, WA 98103.

 

Applications will be reviewed as received.

Seattle Tilth is an equal opportunity employer. People of color encouraged to apply.       

[job]: Program Naturalist, Nature Vision

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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 ~43,000 participants annually. In 2010, the NV team received the Michael Mercer Water Conservation Educator Awardwith 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. 

Position description

Duties include but are not limited to: 

·         Presenting environmental education and outreach programs to schools and other groups in classrooms and outdoor settings from the Nature Vision menu of programs.  Training is provided. 

·         Prep and clean-up of materials for presentations.

·         Driving to presentation sites driving across King and Snohomish County to reach schools and other sites registered for programs.

·         Special projects as assigned.

Start Date:  September 2013

Hours: Part-time, 7-20 hours/week, varies according to registration and availability   

Salary: $15-$16/hour                                                                          

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and experience in Environmental Education, Interpretation, Science Education, Environmental Science or a related field.  Applicant must have a combination of education and experience which demonstrates the ability to work in the field and in classrooms with groups of students.  Must be a US Citizen and able to read, speak, and write the English language clearly. Must pass a WA State Patrol criminal records check.

Special Requirements: Must possess a valid Washington State Drivers’ License and own vehicle to drive to field sites. Mileage is reimbursed at federal rate.  May need to occasionally lift objects up to 50 lbs.

To Apply:  Please email cover letter and resume to Ginny Ballard, Executive Director, gsanchez@naturevision.org

Ginny Sanchez Ballard

Executive Director

Nature Vision

Brightwater Center

22509 State Route 9 Southeast

Woodinville, WA 98072

Mobile (206) 554-1407 | Office (425) 836-2697

[job]: IslandWood Homewaters program (Americorps)

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AmeriCorps Service position available at IslandWood’s Homewaters location in Seattle

This fulltime, 10 ½ month opportunity begins on September 1, 2013 and runs thru July 15, 2014.

About IslandWood’s Homewaters program
IslandWood’s Homewaters Program is based in Seattle.  It primarily provides outdoor environmental education programs to Seattle Public Schools in their schoolyard or nearby park. Homewaters works in close collaboration with the district to provide programs that tie directly to the science units being taught in the schools. Through guided, hands-on field investigations, Homewaters helps students to discover the interdependence of people and nature in the heart of their city. The three outreach programs currently provided by Homewaters are funded by grants and provided free of charge to the schools.

About the service position
The AmeriCorps Service Member will be serving in close collaboration with the Homewaters Program Coordinator & Lead Educator to support, deliver, and assess Homewater’s programs.  A majority of the Service Members time will be focused on supporting and teaching the creek-based Land and Water Field Study program and helping to implement new pre and post lessons for the program.  The Service Member will spearhead recruiting, scheduling and support of program volunteers and will assist with their training. The service member will also be collating assessment data to determine program outcomes and improve program quality.

Qualifications required for this position:
•       Detail-oriented, organized, flexible
•       High-level teaching / communication skills
•       Knowledge of best practices in environmental and sustainability education
•       Comfort with and interested in gaining more experience in the formal education system
•       Experience communicating with classroom teachers
•       Experience with upper elementary grade students through middle school students in field and project-based programming
•       Driver’s license and regular access to a vehicle to visit schools and sites throughout the Greater Seattle Area
•       Lift kits of 20-30 pounds
•       Walk on uneven outdoor terrain

Please click on the link below to visit the Washington State Service Corps website for information about the AmeriCorps program requirements, benefits,  and to apply for the service position

How to Apply to AmeriCorps:
http://www.nationalserviceresources.org/videos/applying-serve-using-my-americorps

2013-14 IslandWood Homewaters Educator
https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=51044&fromSearch=true