Employment at MAEOE and Partnered Organizations

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SER Office Internship 2012

Position Description: The Society for Ecological Restoration (SER) is seeking a part time intern to provide support to SER staff at our Washington D.C. office. The intern will report directly to the Administrative Assistant and Executive Director.
The internship will focus on providing administrative and general support to the Administrative Assistant, Executive Director and other SER staff as needed. Tasks will include some office work, however the intern will also be asked to support larger projects such as chapter information management, membership management, conference and events outreach, and document retention policies. Position Details: This is an unpaid, part-time position; however, the intern will receive a free one-year SER membership and subscription to our flagship journal Restoration Ecology. All those looking to gain experience in non-profit management and administrative are encouraged to apply. The intern must be able to dedicate approximately 10 hours per week. Hours are flexible and can be negotiated, but applicants should be able to work in our Washington D.C. office. The internship is a 3-month position with some flexibility.
Start Date: February 1, 2012 Applicants will be considered as they apply and are encouraged to begin as soon as possible. To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Leah@ser.org no later than January 23, 2012. Please title emails: SER OFFICE INTERNSHIP.

SER IPRN Internship 2012

Position Description: The Society for Ecological Restoration (SER) is seeking a part time intern to provide support to SER staff at our Washington D.C. office. The intern will report directly to the Administrative Assistant and Executive Director at our DC office.
The internship will be focus on updating and improving the resources available on our Indigenous Peoples’ Restoration Network (IPRN) in coordination with our Program Director and Project Coordinator. The IPRN is one of SER’s online networks which focuses on Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) and indigenous peoples. This project will coincide with the launch of SER’s redesigned website and will require performing internet research to locate appropriate resources (publications, relevant organizations, important people, etc.) that can infuse the network with a renewed sense of relevance and dynamism. Depending on the needs of staff members and the particular interests of the intern, tasks may be expanded to include additional projects.
Position Details: This is an unpaid, part-time position; however, the intern will receive a free one-year SER membership and subscription to our flagship journal Restoration Ecology. The intern will preferably be an undergraduate or graduate student with the ability to dedicate at least 10 hours per week. Hours are flexible and can be negotiated, but applicants should be able to work in our Washington D.C. office. The internship is a 3-month position with the possibility for extension. Start Date: February 1, 2012 Applicants will be considered as they apply and are encouraged to begin as soon as possible. To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Leah@ser.org no later than January 23, 2012. Please title emails: SER IPRN INTERNSHIP. See full application details here.

Casey Treesin Washington, DC seeks an Urban Forestry Instructor

Casey Trees is looking for an Urban Forestry Instructor to work with the Director of Education in developing and implementing our training programs and consulting the public regarding their arborist concerns. Duties include: facilitating Education classes, leading tree walks, training staff and volunteers on the most up to date arborist research. The candidates should possess a broad range of technical urban forestry skills, excellent interpersonal communication skills and a genuine interest in the conservation mission of the organization. This is a full time year round position starting on or after March 1, 2012 with benefits, paid holidays, a uniform allowance and a starting salary range of $40,000 - $45,000 (commensurate with experience). To apply, email a letter of interest, resume, available start date and contact information for three references to Sue Erhardt, Director of Education at jobs@caseytrees.org and enter "Urban Forestry Instructor" in the subject of the email. Applications are due by 12:00 EST Friday, January 27, 2012. No telephone or email inquiries. Visit CaseyTrees.org for more information.

The Audubon Naturalist Society (ANS) Summer Camp Internship Positions

The Audubon Naturalist Society (ANS) seeks highly motivated and creative individuals for the 2012 ANS summer camp program. ANS summer camp offers day and overnight programs for children ages 4-17. Camps are based at our beautiful nature sanctuaries in Chevy Chase, MD and Leesburg, VA. Both located in lively and fun towns, minutes from our nation’s capital. ANS provides a dynamic work environment with a friendly, creative and knowledgeable staff. Take a look at our camp catalog at www.anshome.org/camp to see what we are all about. Accepting applications for summer 2012 from January 9, 2012 - March 16, 2012. E-mail cover letter and resume to kvernon@audubonnaturalist.org or mail to Audubon Naturalist Society, Attention: Summer Camp Director, 8940 Jones Mill Road, Chevy Chase, MD 20815. For questions call 301-652-9188 x15. Eight positions available - $2000 salary for the Summer.

The Audubon Naturalist Socity (ANS) Summer Camp Teachers

The Audubon Naturalist Society (ANS) seeks highly motivated and creative teachers/naturalists for the 2011 ANS summer camp program. ANS summer camp offers day and overnight programs for children ages 4-17. Camps are based at our beautiful nature sanctuaries in Chevy Chase, MD and Leesburg, VA. Both located in lively and fun towns, minutes from our nation’s capital. ANS provides a dynamic work environment with a friendly, creative and knowledgeable staff. Take a look at our camp catalog at www.auduboncamp.org to see what we are all about.

Requirements:
Teacher/Naturalist: Teachers/naturalists develop and lead outdoor nature and science camp programs for 16 campers, and supervise college-age interns and high school volunteers. BA/BS in education or science or two years summer camp or teaching experience preferred. Must have experience working with children, possess natural history knowledge, and love working outside. Positions available from three to six weeks. (Additional weeks available through extended camp, see below). Salary $525 - 575 per week.
Extended Camp Teacher: Extended camp teachers provide programming for campers from 2:30-6:15 p.m. Pursuing or completed BA/BS in education or science, or one year summer camp or teaching experience preferred. Must have experience with children, possess natural history knowledge, and love working outside. This is a part-time position available from three to nine weeks. Salary $312 per week.
Paid College Internships: Also available please see www.anshome.org or e-mail kvernon@audubonnaturalist.org for more details.Accepting applications for summer 2012 from January 10, 2012 - March 16, 2012.
E-mail cover letter and resume to kvernon@audubonnaturalist.org or mail to Audubon Naturalist Society, Attention: Summer Camp Director, 8940 Jones Mill Road, Chevy Chase, MD 20815. For questions call 301-652-9188 x15.

Jug Bay Wetlands Sancutuary seeks a summer environmental education intern for 2012.

Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary seeks a summer environmental education intern to co-teach science day camps (ages 10-17) and family programs. The intern will develop curricula, create educational resources and work on an independent project. In addition, interns assist with on-going ecological field studies. 40 hours per week; some weekend and evening hours are required.The intern will work under the supervision of Education Coordinator Elaine Friebele. Ms. Friebele, an ecologist and educator, directs the education program at Jug Bay. Applicants should be Juniors or Seniors in College or recent BS/BA graduates. Pay is $3,600 for 12 weeks from May/June to August. Deadline for Applications - March 5, 2012. To apply, send cover letter, resume and three references to Elaine Friebele at rpfriee00@aacounty.org.

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Towson University is searching for a teacher in residence for 2012-13

Starting in summer of 2012, a Teacher in Residence (TIR) Fellow will join the unique Baltimore Ecosystem Study (BES) research and education community for a year of research, educational leadership and professional growth. The TIR Fellow will be an integral part of the Pathways to Environmental Science Literacy (ESL) Project funded by the National Science Foundation and taking place at BES and three other Long Term Ecological Research (LTER) sites around the nation. The TIR Fellow will acquire strong skills and a deeper understanding of cutting edge ecology and education research, contribute to the development of environmental science literacy frameworks and teaching resources for teachers and students in grades 6-12, and provide leadership and support to other teachers in the project. Consideration of applicants will begin immediately and continue until a suitable Fellow is selected. Contact Dr. Sarah Haines at shaines@towson.edu or 410-704-2532 for more details.

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Baltimore Ecosystem Study has a number of opportunities available for formal and non-formal K-12 Educators. Descriptions of the available opportunities are below. Applications and full details can be found at: http://beslter.org/frame5-page_4.html

Research Experiences for Teachers

Four Research Experiences for Teachers (RET) Fellows will join BES's unique research and education community from summer 2012 through the following school year. Each will carry out an independent research project, participate in teacher workshops, and develop plans they will implement in the 2012-2013 school year. The RETs will be an integral part of the Pathways to Environmental Science Literacy Math Science Partnership Project funded by the National Science Foundation and taking place at the Baltimore Ecosystem Study and three other Long Term Ecological Research (LTER) sites around the nation. 2012-2013 RET

BES Teachers' Institutes: Investigating Urban Ecosystems Series

Up to 18 middle and high school science teachers will join the BES Teachers' Institute in 2012. They will participate in 7 a day Summer Workshop and 5 Saturday Workshops during the 2012-2013 school year. Teachers will receive lessons and resources designed for use in biology and environmental science classes; support from project scientists and educators during the year; tools to assess student thinking about topics in environmental science; and stipends for participation and teaching supplies.

Teacher in Residence

We are seeking a full time Teacher in Residence (TIR) to join the Baltimore Partnership for Environmental Science Literacy's unique research and education community for a year of research, educational leadership and professional growth. Dates are summer 2012 - summer 2013. The TIR will be an integral part of the Pathways to Environmental Science Literacy Math Science Partnership Project funded by the National Science Foundation and taking place at the Baltimore Ecosystem Study and three other Long Term Ecological Research (LTER) sites around the nation.