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Job Databases in Environmental/Outdoor Education
Volunteer Opportunities
Job Postings
Seasonal Positions
Job Databases in Environmental/Outdoor Education:
Volunteer Opportunities:
Adkins Arboretum: Volunteer Opportunities
Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center
Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center is seeking dedicated individuals for the formation of a new volunteer group, the Friends of Arlington Echo. This exciting new organization will train and coordinate volunteers to assist Arlington Echo staff in a variety of outdoor education experiences. Duties may include working with display aquariums and animal collections, maintaining and establishing native plant gardens, assisting with restoration projects and teaching students about our local environment and the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Volunteers may be asked to work at either Arlington Echo or one of its outdoor education program sites, and assist with special events. For more information and to schedule an interview, contact Sheen Roos, Teacher Specialist, at 443-871-2649 or by e-mail at kroos@aacps.org . Applicants must complete AACPS background processing, attend an orientation, and volunteer a minimum of 8 hours a month.
Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center: Volunteer Opportunities
Chesapeake Bay Foundation: Volunteer Opportunities
Otter Point Creek -- Anita C. Leight Estuary Center: Volunteer Opportunities
Job Postings:
Howard County Conservancy
Property Manager Job Description [2.27.08]
Approximately 30 hours/week
This position manages the three-acre John L. Clark Honors Garden, the grounds of the Conservancy’s 232-acre farm and the historic farmhouse and outbuildings. The Arboretum Manager oversees the groundskeeper, gardener and the outsourced services such as mowing. This position also works with the Master Plan Committee to develop long-term plans for property use. Occasional Saturdays and evenings required.
Responsibilities include:
· Staff representative to the Arboretum Committee.
· Oversees maintenance of the Honors Garden including donor outreach, working with designers and installation of plants.
· Serves as staff representative to the Master Plan Committee.
· Oversees leases and environmental/agricultural agreements on 232-acre farm.
· Oversees maintenance of historic farm house and outbuildings.
· Works with volunteers and master gardeners on a variety of gardening and maintenance projects.
The Howard County Conservancy is a 232-acre environmental education center and land trust. For more information see www.hcconservancy.org.
Forward resume to:
Meg Schumacher
Executive Director
10520 Old Frederick Road
PO Box 175
Woodstock, MD 21163
meg.schumacher@hcconservancy.org
410-465-8877
Outdoor Education Intern [2.5.08]
Serve as a paid intern by assisting the instructional staff at Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center in Millersville, MD. Work involves maintaining the aquaculture lab (including eels, yellow perch, diamondback terrapins, horseshoe crabs), propagating native plants, facilitating low ropes course, instructing parent volunteers on outdoor education lessons and maintaining materials of instruction. All interns assist with relevant environmental action including storm infiltration projects. Interns assist teachers in planning, implementing and evaluating instructional lessons and programs; participate in staff development activities and in the preparation of instructional materials. Please contact Suzanne Kilby or Karen Muehlberger at (410) 222-3822, or see our website at www.arlingtonecho.net.
Ecology Director [1/08/08]
Residential Boy Scout camp seeks to upgrade its Ecology program with an Environmental Educator or Environmental Education student. The program in place requires the Director to supervise an instructor and teach courses on: Environmental Science, Oceanography, Chemistry, Archeology and Forestry – course has minimum requirements set for by the Boy Scouts of America but can have unlimited potential with the right person. Henson Scout Reservation is a facility with 1,465 acres located on the banks of the Nanticoke River and Marshy Hope Creek outside of Sharptown, Maryland; the majority of the camp is undeveloped forest lands dominated primarily by Pine Trees. Camp Director is seeking someone that may be interested in a multi-year agreement to truly see the program materialize it to what it should be. Competitive salary, room and board, and trainings are all included in the compensation package. For more information please contact Lee Murdoch at (410) 883-3333 or lmurdoch@dmvc.org
Outdoor Educator/Outreach Coordinator [12.7.07]
Wanted: an outstanding educator who is deeply committed to outdoor direct experience education. The Alice Ferguson Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing experiences that encourage connections between people, the natural environment, farming, and the cultural heritage of the Potomac River Watershed, leading to personal environmental responsibility. The Coordinator will schedule and implement classroom outreach in Washington DC and nearby Maryland suburbs to supplement outdoor educational experiences at Hard Bargain Farm in Accokeek, Maryland. Will manage grant reports, student evaluation, and assist with teacher professional development. Will facilitate field studies for students from pre-K through high school at sites throughout the greater metropolitan Washington, DC area. Must have environmental background, excellent organizational skills, and experience in teaching children. Full or part time position with benefits. Salary commensurate with experience. Send resume and cover letter via e-mail (fergusonfoundation@fergusonfoundation.org) or postal mail to: E. Campbell, 2001 Bryan Point Road, Accokeek, MD 20607
North Bay: Graduate Educator [11.04.07]
Graduate Educators teach a class of underserved sixth graders for one week environmental education combined with character education in a relevant format. They are also responsible for caring for captive wildlife and other duties as assigned. The position requires a bachelors degree and the willingness to work with a team to carry out a vital mission. Compensation is hourly and includes room/board as well as health benefits. Please contact Melanie Reichley at mreichley@erickson.com or 443-827-1267. http://www.northbayadventure.com
North Bay: Permanent Educator [11.04.07]
Educators teach a class of underserved sixth graders for one week environmental education combined with character education in a relevant format. They are also involved in our follow-on program as well as developing material for a growing program. The position requires a bachelor degree, the willingness to work with a team, and relevant experience with children. Compensation includes salary and benefits. Please contact Melanie Reichley at mreichley@erickson.com or 443-827-1267. http;//www.northbayadventure.com
Academic Coordinator [10.08.07]
The Parks & People Foundation's Urban Resources Initiative (URI) has an immediate need for an Academic Coordinator for its Environmental Education and Outreach Program (EEOP). The URI-EEOP focuses on building public awareness of the Baltimore ecosystem and watershed ecology, community forestry and restoration, conservation, and other environmental stewardship projects. Visit: http://www.parksandpeople.org/about_employment.html.
Math and Science Teachers Needed [11.27.07]
St. Andrew’s United Methodist Day School is seeking a teacher or teachers, with strengths in math education and science, for an immediate opening. This is either a full-time position teaching 5th grade math and science and 6th grade math and science, or part-time positions teaching 5th & 6th grade science and 5th & 6th grade math. The ideal candidate(s) will have a Bachelor’s Degree with prior teaching experience. Creative and self-motivated applicants need to be team-oriented to work as member of an interdisciplinary team and to implement interdisciplinary curricula.
Please email your resume to Head of School, lredwine@standrewsum.org .
Seasonal Positions :
Cromwell Valley Park [3.31.08]
SUMMER Seasonal Naturalist/historian
Cromwell Valley Park is seeking qualified applicants to fill seasonal and year
round Naturalist positions in the field of Nature/Farming interpretation.
For more information: crmwellJob Posting 2-08
Chesapeake Bay Foundation [3.24.08]
Seasonal Field Educator
Island Residential Environmental Education Centers
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation seeks two seasonal field educators for the spring 2008 field season. This position will begin in March and end in August (dates are somewhat flexible). This position often leads to a fulltime educator position. The field educator will live and teach at one of our four island centers. The position includes room and board and $1000/month.
The locations of the residential centers for fall seasonal staff are as follows:
The Fox Island Education Center
The Karen E. Noonan Center for Environmental Education at Bishops Head (Crocheron, MD)
The Port Isobel Education Center (East and West)
Must participate in a criminal history check and USCG drug-testing program. Training will be required in Wilderness First Responder, boater safety, canoe training, community water safety and CPR.
Additional details regarding the education programs can be found at ww.cbf.org/education.
To apply, please email a resume, cover letter and contact information for three references to by April 1, 2008 to:
Laura Burrell Baxter, Education Senior Manager
Chesapeake Bay Foundation
6 Herndon Ave.
Annapolis, MD 21403
Lbbaxter@savethebay.cbf.org
Howard County Conservancy -- Camp Director [3.3.08]
Approximately 37.5 hours/week
The Camp Director is responsible for daily management of the Summer Nature Camp including supervising staff and interacting with parents and children to ensure quality camp operations. Bachelor’s degree and experience working with children required. Education in environmental studies, science, education or related field preferred.
Duties include:
Supervising Camp Counselors.
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Ensuring weekly lesson plans are complete and high quality.
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Overseeing all day to day safety, wellness and behavior issues.
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Interacting with parents and addressing concerns as needed.
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Filling in during counselor absences.
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Other duties as assigned.
Forward resumes to:
Meg Schumacher
Executive Director
10520 Old Frederick Road
PO Box 175
Woodstock, MD 21163
meg.schumacher@hcconservancy.org
410-465-8877
Ecology Camp Internship -- Pickering Creek Audubon Center [2.11.08]
Easton, MD
Position Dates: June 16 - August 8, 2008
Compensation: $225 per week plus housing
Pickering Creek Audubon Center is dedicated to community-based conservation of natural resources through environmental education and outreach on the Eastern Shore of the Chesapeake Bay. The summer camp internship is designed for college students who want to gain experience working in the environmental education field. Interns will work as counselors for a series of ecology-themed day camp programs geared towards students in 2nd-6th grade. This position will provide a great teaching experience, naturalist training and an introduction to how a non-profit organization works. For more information visit www.pickeringcreek.org
To apply: Send a cover letter, résumé, and three references to:
Kate Rogers, Summer Camp Director
Pickering Creek Audubon Center
11450 Audubon Lane
Easton MD 212601
krogers@audubon.org
MD DNR Outdoor Discovery Camp Director [2.7.08]
Position: Full-time Summer
Dates of Employment: June 3, 2008 to August 12, 2008 Available Position: 2
Salary: $3,600-$4,000
Classification: Seasonal contractual, health benefits not provided
Position Description: The Camp Director will direct a residential summer camp in a Maryland state park. The Director will participate in and assist with the implementation of a scheduled camping and trip program which serves 15 campers per session (6 sessions during the summer). Outfitters, Park Staff/Naturalist lead many activities but our camp staff is responsible for the daily operations occurring during the camp week. The camps operate Monday through Friday, 24 hours a day. The director will oversee the camp at his/her site and participate in all camp activities. The daily operations include cooking, driving, cleaning, environmental education, and participating in all planned activities. The director will be prepared to handle staff interactions, camper behavior problems, and obstacles such as inclement weather. Directors will include other staff members in the decision making process. The Director will oversee 3-4 Counselors during each session and be responsible for daily reports, medical sheets, and inventory lists.
Application:
application.summerstaff
Shea Niemann
580 Taylor Ave ( Tawes E-3)
Annapolis, MD 21401
sniemann@dnr.state.md.us
(410)-260-8175
MD DNR Outdoor Discovery Camp Counselor[2.7.08]
Position: Full-time Summer
Dates of Employment: June 3, 2008 to August 12, 2008
Available Position: 8
Salary: $3,500-$3,800
Classification: Seasonal contractual, health benefits not provided
Position Description: The Camp Counselor will coordinate with the director and other counselors throughout the week at a residential summer camp in a Maryland state park. The Counselor will participate in and assist with the implementation of a scheduled camping and trip program which serves 15 campers per session (6 sessions during the summer). Outfitters, Park Staff/Naturalist lead many activities and our camp staff is responsible for the daily operations occurring during the camp week. The camps operate Monday through Friday, 24 hours a day. The Counselor will oversee the camp at his/her site and participate in all camp activities. The daily operations include cooking, driving, cleaning, environmental education, and participating in all planned activities. The Counselor will be prepared to handle staff interactions, camper behavior problems, and obstacles such as inclement weather.
Application: application.summerstaff
Shea Niemann
580 Taylor Ave ( Tawes E-3)
Annapolis, MD 21401
sniemann@dnr.state.md.us
(410)-260-8175
Pocomoke River State Park [2.5.08]
3461 Worcester Highway
Snow Hill MD 21863
Job Description: This full time seasonal position requires working most weekends and each holiday weekend throughout the summer. The successful applicant will need to be an outgoing, energetic, person who enjoys being outdoors. Previous experience with canoeing, public speaking, and natural resources are helpful but not required. You will be developing and presenting environmental/educational programs for the public. You will plan and conduct nature programs for the public. You are responsible for marketing of events, record keeping, and collection of program service charges. Must be at least a junior in college and/or equivalent with background in natural sciences and water safety.
To Apply: Applications can be picked up at park office or mailed upon request.
Email questions to msochowski@dnr.state.md.us or call the park office at 410 632 2566 ext 149.
Application Deadline: February 29th 2008
Living Classrooms Foundation [1/08/08]
SHIPBOARD EDUCATION/CREW
The Living Classrooms Foundation is a non-profit educational organization in Baltimore, MD that provides hands-on, interdisciplinary learning programs in challenging environments for students of all ages and backgrounds.
We are currently seeking enthusiastic individuals for the positions of: MATES, ON-BOARD EDUCATIONAL COORDINATOR, SCIENCE EDUCATORS & COOK. These individuals must be interested in joining a team of dedicated professionals to work with young people aboard one of our three historic Chesapeake Bay workboats – the pungy schooner LADY MARYLAND, buyboat MILDRED BELLE, and skipjack SIGSBEE. Programs range in length from one-day trips to ten-day extended land/sea expeditions in the waters of Baltimore, the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries as well as off the New England coast. Qualified applicants must possess a strong commitment to the education of all students, be motivated self-starters, function successfully as part of a team, and maintain a desire to work outdoors in a challenging but fun environment. Education/biology background is preferred, but we will train the right people.
Positions are seasonal: available early to mid-March through mid-November 2008
Please send resume and cover letter to:
Lisa Jones
Director, Shipboard Education
Peter Bolster
Director, Shipboard Operations
Living Classrooms Foundation
802 S. Caroline St.
Baltimore, Md. 21231
410-783-1884 – fax
lisaj@livingclassrooms.org
www.livingclassrooms.org
FLOC(For Love of Children) Outdoor Education Center [12.14.08] West Virginia
Summer Program Counselor:
Responsibilities: Mature, caring, responsible person needed to work with up to 15 summer program participants. Staff to participant ratio is 1 to 5. Work with Summer Program Director to develop and lead program activities, adventure/outing activities, youth development and environmental education programs. Serve as a mentor for Counselor’s in Training (CIT’s), participants and other program staff. Participate in staff training.
Qualifications: At least 18 years old. Certified in First Aid and CPR preferred, good driving record, 2 years experience in residential programs or outdoor education setting preferred. Adequate technical skills in the following: leading high & low ropes initiatives, canoeing, environmental education, and facilitation is helpful. Ability to share responsibilities. Desire to increase skills and have a genuine enthusiasm for camp life.
Benefits: Includes room, board, and training. You will have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of at risk adolescents from the Mid-Atlantic region. Outdoor activities, such as canoeing, camping, backpacking and rock-climbing are available during your time off.
For more information contact: Rob Stull rstull@floc.org 304.725.0409 www.flocoutdoors.org
Seasonal Naturalist – Tuckahoe and Martinak State Parks [12.7.07]
Working as a seasonal naturalist is a great entry-level position for someone interested in pursuing a career in outdoor education or environmental education. This full time position requires working most weekends and each holiday weekend throughout the summer. The successful applicant will need to be an outgoing, energetic, person who enjoys being outdoors. Previous experience with canoeing, public speaking, ropes courses, and natural resources are helpful but not required. This position is perfect for a college student studying natural resources, education, environmental science or a related field. Applicants who would like to include an internship as part of their experience this summer are encouraged to apply. School teachers seeking full and/or part-time summer work are also encouraged to apply! For more information: Seasonal Naturalist 07 Email questions to jconley@dnr.state.md.us or call the park office for more information.
Deadline for applications is: March 31st, 2008
Irvine Nature Center [11.7.07] www.explorenature.org
Naturalist Internship–Spring 2008
The Irvine Nature Center offers environmental field trips for students. Interns are trained to lead groups of pre-K through fifth grade students on nature walks, such as Sensing Nature, Stream Life and Exploring Animals. Programs are hands-on and integrated with the Baltimore County Public Schools science curriculum.
Send cover letter, resume, and the names of three references to:
Elisha Taylor w Irvine Nature Center w 8400 Greenspring Avenue, Stevenson, MD 21153
410-484-2413, ext. 13 w 410-484-3573 (fax) w taylore@explorenature.org
Urban Education Interns-Spring 2008
Irvine Nature Center is seeking interns for its Urban Education Program, Schoolyard Discovery. Urban Education Interns train high school student volunteers to lead fun and interesting, hands-on nature activities with young children on the schoolyards of Baltimore City Public Schools. In addition, interns have the opportunity to lead hands-on nature lessons in the classroom with elementary school students.
Send cover letter, resume and the names of three references to:
Kristy Streett, Urban Education Director u Irvine Nature Center
8400 Greenspring Avenue u Stevenson, MD 21153
410-484-2413 (extension 15) phone u 410-484-3573 fax
Schoolyard Discovery Summer Fellowship Program - Summer 2008
As part of the Summer Fellowship Program, interns serve as project leaders for teams of high school students. The purpose of the ummer Fellowship Program is to offer high school students opportunities to conduct research on environmental issues of interest, maintain schoolyard habitat projects at Baltimore City public schools, and teach elementary school-aged students at Baltimore City recreation centers.
Send cover letter, resume and the names of three references to:
Kristy Streett, Urban Education Director u Irvine Nature Center
8400 Greenspring Avenue u Stevenson, MD 21153
410-484-2413 (extension 15) phone u 410-484-3573 fax
Environmental Education Camp Counselor - Summer 2008
The Irvine Nature Center is a non-profit educational organization that offers summer nature camp opportunities to children ages 2-2. Counselors are trained to lead hands-on environmental education activities on-site and off-site in field, forest, garden and stream environments.
Send cover letter, resume, and the names of three references to:
Elisha Taylor w Irvine Nature Center w 8400 Greenspring Avenue, Stevenson, MD 21153
410-484-2413, ext. 13 w 410-484-3573 (fax) taylore@explorenature.org
Part-time Seasonal Naturalist [8.21.07]
Share your love of nature with school children in direct outdoor educational
experiences at a leading environmental education center. Perfect opportunity for
retired teachers or parents re-entering the workforce. 10—20 hrs./week, $10/hr.
Must have extensive environmental background and/or several years experience in
teaching children.
Send résumé and cover letter via e-mail (fergusonfoundation@fergusonfoundation.org) or postal mail to: E. Campbell, 2001 Bryan Point Road, Accokeek, MD 20607.
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