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.