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1/2 Term Naturalist Educator

Mission: The mission of Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation (TMPF) is to support the parks department's operating in Truckee Meadows, including Reno, Sparks, and Washoe County. We do this primarily by providing in-park programming and opportunities for citizen engagement. TMPF is an independent, nonprofit organization that began operating in 2013. Our current programs focus on improving community health and wellness and developing peoples? appreciation for the natural and cultural history found in local parks. Position Description: 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. The Student Stewards Program 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, and developing and writing curriculum. 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.

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Member Duties : Primary Responsibilities: Facilitate the Student Stewards Program; Write new and enhance current STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, 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 TMPF?s Junior Naturalist Program. Secondary Responsibilities: Facilitate other interpretative programs such as Truckee Meadows Trails Challenge and Discover Your Parks walks; Community outreach for the Student Stewards Program; Create new adult education programs and events.

Program Benefits : Training , Education award upon successful completion of service , Health Coverage , Stipend .

Terms :
Uniforms provided and required , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended .

Service Areas :
Children/Youth , Health , Environment , Education .

Skills :
Team Work , Public Speaking , Environment , Communications , Education , Writing/Editing , Teaching/Tutoring , Youth Development .

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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National

Program
1/2 Term Naturalist Educator

Program Start/End Date
11/01/2024 - 08/31/2025

Work Schedule	Part Time

Education level
College graduate

Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations	NEVADA

Accepting Applications
From 11/01/2024 To 02/15/2025

Contact	Devin Genovese
50 Cowan Dr
Reno NV 89509
7754101702
devin@tmparksfoundation.org
tmparksfoundation.org

Listing ID	91301


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