Environmental Educator and Camp Instructor

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATOR (September-June)
● Develop and implement creative and enriching science-based environmental education programs for
school groups, camp groups, weekend programming and scout programs
● Conduct and assist with off-site (outreach) programs
● Provide animal meet and greets to visitors in our animal museum
● Work independently and with staff to develop and maintain teaching resources
● Prepare seasonal teaching sites, maintain equipment, and oversee grounds projects
● Work directly alongside the supervisor of living collections to assist in the care and maintenance of our
living collections
● Coordinate systematic animal enrichment routines
● Administer medications and maintain animal records
● Take part in routine tasks of museum work
● Assist with the organization, cleaning and upkeep of the building
● Train and provide ongoing support and guidance for seasonal interns
● Provide instructional services for birthday parties
● Participate in all special events
● Participate in staff training and staff meetings to plan and evaluate programs

CAMP INSTRUCTOR (June-August)

● Lead a group of 16 k-4th grade campers for 10 weeks of summer camp, and 2 weeks of school break
camps (winter and spring)
● Assist Camp Manager in curriculum development and other preparation for the summer camp season
● Lead summer counselors in training (CIT)
● Prep and lead daily activities such as forest walks, pond exploration, scientific experiments, live animal
presentations, arts and crafts, storytime, and more
● Mediate camper-to-camper conflicts that might arise
● Complete CPR training course
● Perform light first aid as necessary
● Monitor camper health and maintain daily medical log

Basic Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, sustainability, education or related field
● Effective written and verbal communication
● Positive attitude and willingness to follow instructions
● Ability to take initiative in their duties
● Must be able to manage their time effectively
● Comfortable handling all types of animals including reptiles, mammals, invertebrates and birds (training
will be provided)
● Comfortable interacting with all ages

Desired Qualifications:
● 1 year of related work experience
● Classroom, informal or camp education experience
● Knowledge of basic animal husbandry and information

Physical Requirements
● Frequently required to stand/walk for 3 or more hours
● Frequent exposure to outside weather conditions in all types of weather
● Valid Driver’s License required

This is a Full-time, salaried position at $34,000 annually with benefits

How to apply:

Please send a thoughtful cover letter and resume to education@greenburghnaturecenter.org.
Please include your name and Environmental Educator Application in the subject line.