Mount Rainier Institute EE Instructor

Environmental Education Instructors lead youth and adults through inquiry-based field science investigations and teach a variety of topics such as climate change, natural history, geology, forestry, resource management, and cultural history of the Pacific Northwest. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of the ongoing developing outdoor school program. Term of Position: Fall 2022 season starts in late August through mid-November.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead students grades 3-12 through Mount Rainier Institute’s experiential learning programs focusing on inquiry-based field science investigations and the natural and cultural history of the Mount Rainier region
• Cultivate a positive, inclusive, multi-cultural, student-centered learning environment that inspires community development, scientific and environmental literacy, and a sense of place
• Assist in the design of customized environmental and science education programs based on the needs of each school group and the Mount Rainier Institute programmatic framework
• Help with field research tasks such as measuring of forest inventory plots, flagging and tagging seedlings, and maple sugaring set up
• Attend training and regularly scheduled staff meetings and positively contribute to the staff community
• Ensure the safety and well-being of program participants
• Conduct evening and weekend programs as needed
• Assist in the maintenance of all program supplies, equipment, and facilities
• Assist with other duties as required

REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS in Education, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Studies, Forestry, Resource Interpretation, Natural Resources, Outdoor or Environmental Education, Biology, multi-disciplinary studies or a related field, or comparable experience.
• One or two years of relevant teaching experience, preferably outdoors.
• Working knowledge of inquiry-based scientific field study techniques
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Physically able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and hike several miles at elevation
• Great independent worker and team player
• Current First Aid and CPR certification

DESIRED:

• Extensive experience in classroom teaching, outdoor environmental education, residential environmental learning centers, national parks, or nature centers
• Wilderness First Responder certification
• Knowledge of the natural history of the Pacific Northwest
• Ability to teach in another language

How to apply:

Application Process:

Go to https://uwhires.admin.washington.edu/ENG/Candidates/default.cfm?szCategory=jobprofile&szOrderID=207316&szCandidateID=0&szSearchWords=Instructor&szReturnToSearch=1

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Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.