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Spring/Summer Naturalist Educator

The Naturalist Educator, an AmeriCorps member, will be an essential member of the team for this young non-profit organization. This person will primarily implement and support the Student Stewards Program that uses public parks within walking distance of under-served schools as learning laboratories. Students engage in hands-on citizen science research with a goal of improved academic engagement and better preparation for educational success. This will include teaching a three part class to underserved schools, developing and maintaining relationships with Washoe County schools administration and teachers, developing and writing curriculum, and training teachers and volunteers. This AmeriCorps member will also develop and implement the Student Stewards Spring and Summer Camps, a STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) camp for economically disadvantaged students. Qualifications: Passionate commitment to TMPF’s mission and vision; Bachelor’s degree in education, science, or a related field; Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment; Exceptional writing skills; Strong communication skills; Strong organizational skills; High degree of initiative and spirit of service; Experience working with students, teachers, and volunteers; Preferred: strong understanding of education standards and experience in curriculum development; Preferred: experience teaching in formal or informal settings; Preferred: experience working at or managing summer camp programs;

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Member Duties : Facilitate the Student Stewards Program; Write new and enhance current STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) curriculum using Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards; Develop and maintain partnerships with school administrators and teachers; Create, write, and implement STEAM and recreational camp programming for the Student Stewards Summer Camp and school break camps; Facilitate other interpretative programs such as Truckee Meadows Trails Challenge and Discover Your Parks walks; Create new adult education programs and events; Develop and implement teacher training workshops based on Student Stewards Program.

Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Training , Education award upon successful completion of service .

Terms :
Car recommended .

Service Areas :
Children/Youth , Education , Environment .

Skills :
Teaching/Tutoring , Team Work , Environment , Youth Development , Education .

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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National

Program
Spring/Summer Naturalist Educator

Program Start/End Date
01/21/2025 - 08/31/2025

Work Schedule	Part Time

Education level
College graduate

Age Requirement
Minimum: 17 Maximum: None

Program Locations	NEVADA

Accepting Applications
From 01/21/2025 To 03/05/2025

Contact	Devin Genovese
50 Cowan Dr
Reno NV 89509
775-410-1702
devin@tmparksfoundation.org

Listing ID	80908


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