Interested in environmental education and working with Campfire USA / Camp Sealth full-time? Click here for the job posting! Positions may start as early as March, and go through mid June. For questions about this position, contact Elyse Dull at 206 463 3174 ext. 34 or elysed@campfire-usa.org.
Other opportunities with Campfire USA / Camp Sealth:
Summer Camp Jobs: http://campsealth.org/summercampjobs.html
Spring/Fall Jobs: http://campsealth.org/springandfalljobs.html
There are currently a small number of openings on Camp Orkila’s spring 2012 staff, and we are looking for qualified applicants who would be a good fit for our program- teaching environmental education and facilitating program areas for visiting groups.
Please take a moment to read the following document. It will give you a good picture of our spring program:
https://docs.google.com/open?id=0BwjWVKPfp7XZNmE5MTA3OWEtNTJkZC00YTY2LWIwMmYtYzFjZjk1OTE0YTdi
Some other important pieces of information:
Dates: Spring employment is from March 16th-June 16th, 2012. You must be able to commit to working these three months.
Salary: $230/week (based on a 5-day work week) + room/board in nice staff housing. There are other great perks, including the opportunity to learn sea kayaking and use a kayak from our fleet to explore the islands with other staff.
Drug/alcohol/tobacco-free environment: We do not allow illegal drugs, alcohol-use, or tobacco-use on our property. Because we work closely with children, we do a pre-employment drug test and random drug testing throughout the season to ensure that we are drug-free.
Requirements: Experience working in environmental education or BS/BA in environmental science, education, recreation, or related field preferred. First aid/CPR certification by first day of employment preferred. You must have some experience working with children. Being a team player, having a sense of humor and a strong work ethic are essential!
If you feel like this program would be a good fit for you, please e-mail a cover letter and resume to lbruhns@seattleymca.org.
Polliwog Preschool is looking for volunteers!
Polliwog Preschool is a new Mercer Slough program for preschoolers (3-5 years old). At Polliwog Preschool we focus on developing the whole child – socially, emotionally, mentally and physically – while initiating them into a lifelong,meaningful relationship with the natural world. The program is play-based and student-driven with stations to choose from, discovery exploration times and specific activities that relate to a new theme each week. Activities are designed to address each child’s developmental needs while encouraging curiosity, fostering love of nature and developing the whole child.
TO APPLY: Email jwilson@pacsci.org with your resume and any questions you have. We’ll email you our application to complete and return. You may also mail in your information to:
Attention: Volunteer Program, Pacific Science Center,
200 2nd Avenue North, Seattle WA 98109
-OR- fax to 206.269.2147.
You can learn more about the program at pacificsciencecenter.org.
IslandWood is pleased to offer a position as a full time environmental educator working with Seattle area schools. The Homewaters Program Coordinator will be responsible for training teachers, developing, delivering and assessing field programs, as well as mentoring part time staff. A minimum of 5 years experience in the field of environmental education and a background working with public schools are required.
Please see the job description for details and instructions on how to apply at http://islandwood.org/about/employment
Dear PoE students,
Below are two environmental education opportunities you may be interested in through the UW Pipeline Project, a program that connects undergrads to education related service opportunities in local and regional K-12 schools and community organizations…
1) The UW Pipeline Project 2011 Environmental Alternative Spring Break program is recruiting for participants!
The Pipeline Project is recruiting 10 UW undergraduates (two teams of five students) to volunteer in a rural or tribal community (Quileute Tribal School, La Push & Brewster Elementary School, Brewster) during UW’s spring break from March 18, 2012 – March 23, 2012 to work on an environmental education project. UW students will facilitate environmental science lessons with elementary and middle school students and have an opportunity to explore the local ecology and environmental issues of the region. This project is a part of the larger Pipeline Alternative Spring Break Projects that facilitate literacy/arts projects across the state of Washington. There is no participation fee, but students will be expected to participate in group fundraising efforts.
Environmental ASB members will enroll in a 2-credit EDUC 401 preparation seminar during Winter quarter to plan, design and practice an inquiry-based, hands-on environmental science curriculum to be taught during spring break. Students will also explore issues of rural and tribal education in addition to the field of environmental education. In addition, students will tutor in a local Seattle-based environmental education program or classroom during the winter quarter for 2 – 2.5 hours/week.
Preparation seminar meets weekly on Thursdays from 4:30-5:50 pm during Winter Quarter.
Application for Environmental ASB Week is available online at http://exp.washington.edu/pipeline/asb-12envt.html
Applications due 5 pm on November 14, 2011.
2) Looking for a way to delve into the environmental education/education for sustainability field? Looking for a 2 or 3-credit class for Winter Quarter? Then Enroll in the Pipeline Project’s Winter Quarter “Inner Education for Sustainability” seminar (EDUC 401K):
Seminar description:
What is environmental education all about? How do educators teach young people about the earth’s ecosystems and foster an ethic of environmental stewardship? This seminar will examine the past and current state of K-12 environmental education in the U.S. and Washington State. We will explore various philosophies, models and approaches to K-12 environmental education.
Students will attend weekly seminars and volunteer in related school classrooms and community organizations in Seattle for at least 2 ½ (2 credits) hours a week.
2 credits: 2.5 hours volunteering/week or 20 hours/quarter
3 credits: 5 hours volunteering/week or 40 hours/quarter
Seminar dates: Wednesdays 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29
Time: 12:30-1:20 pm
Location: Mary Gates Hall 248
For more information, please visit:
http://exp.washington.edu/pipeline/inner-faq.html
Francesca Lo
Assistant Director, Pipeline Project
University of Washington
Box 352803, Mary Gates Hall 171
Seattle, WA 98195
Phone: (206) 616-2302
Fax: (206) 616-4389
http://exp.washington.edu/pipeline
Interested in environmental education?
Thinking about what to do during Spring Break?
Want to work with amazing young people across the state of Washington?
Apply for Pipeline Project’s 2012 Environmental Alternative Spring Break (EASB) program!
The Pipeline Project is sending two teams of five students to two Washington state schools (Quileute Tribal School, La Push & Brewster Elementary School, Brewster) during UW’s spring break from March 18th-March 23rd to work on an environmental education project. UW students will facilitate environmental science lessons with elementary and middle school students and learn about the local ecology and environmental issues of the region. This project is a part of the larger Pipeline Alternative Spring Break Projects that facilitate literacy/arts projects across the state of Washington.
Environmental ASB members will enroll in a 2-credit EDUC 401 preparation seminar during Winter quarter 2012 (Thursdays from 4:30-5:50 pm) to plan, design and practice an inquiry based, hands-on environmental science curriculum to be taught during spring break. Students will also explore issues of rural and tribal education in addition to the field of environmental education. In addition, students will tutor in a local environmental education program or classroom during the winter quarter for 2 – 2.5 hours/week.
Interested? Apply now! Applications due 5 pm on 11/14/11. Please visit our website for application instructions and materials:
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Peer TA for Environmental Studies 100: Interdisciplinary Foundations
The Program on the Environment is currently accepting applications for 3 peer TA positions for the winter quarter 2012 offering of ENVIR 100: Environmental Studies 100: Interdisciplinary Foundations. Peer TAs are registered undergraduate students with superior qualifications, who are trained in teaching skills, and serve in the same capacity as graduate student TAs. This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable teaching experience while still completing your undergraduate degree. This would be especially valuable to students interested in environmental education or for students interested in applying to graduate school.
The total time commitment is anticipated to be approximately 15 hours per week. As a Peer TA, you will be responsible for attending the lecture for ENVIR 100 (3 hours per week), attending a weekly instructor meeting (approximately 1 hour per week), and managing one discussion section (2 hours per week). Additional tasks include: preparation for your discussion section; meeting with students during office hours, extra help or review sessions; and grading.
Peer TAs will earn academic credit (1-5 credits, variable, of ENVIR 498, graded).
Course Information:
Course Number and Name: ENVIR 100: Environmental Studies: Interdisciplinary Foundations Quarter Offered: Winter 2012
Instructors: Tom Hinckley, College of Forest Resources, and Yoram Bauman, Program on the Environment (Ph.D. in Economics)
Course Website: https://catalysttools.washington.edu/workspace/yoram/3150/13550
Course Schedule:
Winter 2012
Lecture: MWF 9:30-10:20
Discussion Sections: T or TH various times
Priority will be given to students who meet the following requirements:
1. Completion or current registration in BIOL 492: Teaching of Biology
2. Completion of ENVIR 100 with a minimum grade of 3.0
3. Environmental Studies (Program on the Environment) majors or minors
4. At least Junior level standing.
Credits earned for being a peer TA can be applied to one of the following requirements for the major in Environmental Studies:
· Policy and Decision-making perspectives
· Departmental Honors requirement of ENVIR 497/498 (substitutes for both requirements)
To apply, please submit the following:
1. Resume
2. Unofficial copy of your UW transcript (transfer transcripts not necessary)
3. Statement of intent answering the following questions (no longer than 2 pages):
a. What is your interest in being a peer TA for ENVIR 100?
b. What kinds of unique abilities or experiences would you bring to this position?
c. How does your knowledge of or experience with teaching or environmental studies qualify you to be a peer T.A.?
Paper applications can be submitted to the PoE advisers in ACC 012. Electronic materials may be submitted via e-mail to jkob@uw.edu.
Applications will be considered as they are submitted. For priority consideration, please submit your materials no later than 11/1/2011.
JOB POSTING
Marine Science Educator
Posted: Internal and External
Reports to: Cherie Williams, Education Manager
Status: Non-Exempt/Hourly
Hours of Work: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday – Friday (available to work evenings and weekends)
Dated Needed: Immediately
Posting Expires: Friday, August 26, 2011
About the Seattle Aquarium: The Seattle Aquarium is owned by the City of Seattle and under nonprofit management. The Aquarium currently serves over 825,000 visitors and 50,000 school children and their teachers annually. Guided by the mission of Inspiring Conservation of our Marine Environment, the Seattle Aquarium has a realistic plan for phased growth based on record-setting attendance, membership and fundraising growth, an energized Board of Directors and professional management. The current annual budget is $12 million.
Position Overview: This position is intended to accomplish the development and delivery of marine science education. Programming to a wide range of audiences in an informal science setting at the Seattle Aquarium. Early Childhood programming is specific focus of the position.
Primary job functions:
1. Develop, coordinate, and implement Seattle Aquarium Early Childhood programming.
2. Facilitate/implement PreK-12 marine science educational programming on/off-site for a wide range of audiences including students, teachers, families and general public.
3. Monitor and evaluate learning and educational programming under supervision of the Education Manager.
4. Train and supervise work study employees, interns and volunteers in the education department.
5. Maintain educational resources, materials and programming spaces.
6. Maintain and utilize familiarity with current research, technology and programming trends for education in an informal science learning environment.
7. Administer programs through financial and attendance data entry and analysis. Prepare narrative and statistical reports on Early Childhood and other programs. Assist in budget preparation and expenditure management as required.
See full job description for complete list of duties and responsibilities.
Special Knowledge, Skills, Training
1. Strong knowledge and experience in early childhood educational programming.
2. Demonstrated ability to create, present informal science education programs.
3. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
4. Strong background in marine biology especially NW marine species.
5. Strong computer skills, quick ability to assimilate and use new electronic tools.
6. Excellent time management and organizational skills.
7. Washington State driving license or other valid State license.
Education:
· BA/BS Degree required. Science Education, Environmental Education, Marine Biology or related degree.
· Master’s Degree preferred.
Experience:
· Minimum two years experience as an educator in an informal/formal science setting in a zoo/aquarium/natural history museum or similar facility.
· Experience working in team based environments.
· Demonstrated self starter, initiative
Working Conditions
· Must be able to present/teach programs several times over the course of the day.
· Frequently work with very young children.
· Must be flexible and available for evening and weekend work.
· Must be willing and able to teach/work in the field and in all types of weather.
Salary and Benefits:
This is a Regular full-time benefitted position.
Minimum Hourly rate: $18.75 DOE.
How to Apply: Deliver cover letter and resume to: jobs@seattleaquarium.org.
LiMPETS Coordinator
Full-time, 40 hours per week
Deadline to apply: August 16th, 2011
The Farallones Marine Sanctuary Association is a non-profit organization whose mission is to protect Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary habitats and wildlife through the development of a diverse community of informed and active ocean stewards.
Program description: The Association in partnership with the Gulf of the Farallones, Monterey Bay, and Channel Islands national marine sanctuaries conducts LiMPETS, Long-term Monitoring Program and Experiential Training for Students. LiMPETS is an environmental monitoring and education program for students, educators, and volunteer groups. This hands-on program was developed to monitor the ocean and coastal ecosystems of California’s national marine sanctuaries to increase awareness and stewardship of these important areas. Locally, the LiMPETS program serves middle, high schools and colleges in the San Francisco Bay area. Monitoring activities take place on beaches and rocky intertidal areas in and around the Gulf of the Farallones and northern Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuaries. Visit the LiMPETS website for more information,http://limpetsmonitoring.org.
Position description: The LiMPETS Coordinator will provide the primary instructional and day-to-day administrative coordination for LiMPETS. Primary responsibilities include:
Qualifications:
Start date: September 1, 2011
Compensation: $37,440, full time, exempt, with benefit package.
How to apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, and references (3) to Amy Dean, Education Manager, adean@farallones.org.
