Environmental Institute Instructor

To formally apply, please go to https://eurekasciencemuseum.org/employment/

Summary of Role:

An Environmental Institute Instructor is responsible for facilitating outdoor, science-based, experiential learning for students K-10 during EUREKA!’s summer field programs. We are looking for applicants who love to adventure outdoors, have a passion for environmental science, and enjoy working with students in a wilderness setting. An instructor is responsible for helping to manage safety, logistics, gear, and fun on day-long and overnight trips.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Instructional Responsibilities

• Deliver / teach lessons that provide students with meaningful, hands-on learning experiences in educational programs outdoors
• Effectively manage student behavior
• Maintain an engaging, fun, safe, and secure environment for students
• Prepared for intensive programming during summer season
• Enthusiasm, initiative, and dedication to learn and create curriculum

Leadership & Teamwork

• Strong communication, leadership, and team building skills
• Provide outdoor recreation and risk management oversight
• Perform work independently and in a team environment
• Assist in the museum with EUREKA! daily operations and events on occasion
• Demonstrate ability to manage stress in a fast-paced environment

Public Relations Responsibilities

• Engage and interact with program participants and parents in a positive and professional manner
• Utilize effective written and oral communication techniques
• Dress and act in a program appropriate professional manner

Safety

• Adhere to and enforce EUREKA!’s safety policies, procedures and practices to ensure the safety of program participants and staff
• Assist with risk management practices associated with outdoor recreation / backcountry travel

REQUIREMENTS

• Successful outcomes on a criminal background check.
• Must be able to safely hike, mountain bike, rock climb, float/raft in remote areas.
• Must be able to maneuver, lift and carry materials, packages, and supplies up to 35lbs.
• Commit to minimum 6 full weeks in between May 28 - August 08
• Must have a current Wilderness First Aid Certificate (Wilderness First Responder preferred)
• CPR, First Aid, AED training required within 90 days of hire
• Must be over 21 years old
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to drive larger vehicles including, but not limited to, 12-passenger van, 14 passenger bus, trailer (CDL not necessary)
• Applicant must be available to work several multi-night expedition camps throughout the summer, sometimes multiple weeks in a row with weekend breaks.
• 1 year of experience working with youth in outdoor educational settings.

The EUREKA! McConnell Science Museum does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran. This policy applies to the entire duration of employment or possible employment. EUREKA! is an equal opportunity employer.

Application Information:

Wages are dependent on the applicant's qualifications. Starting range between $17 - $22/hr based on qualifications. Start date May 20, 2024

To apply, visit:https://eurekasciencemuseum.org/employment/ and then submit this linked APPLICATION: https://forms.gle/L4euVkt8HTmABro57 . Our hiring team will reach out to you within one to two business weeks. Interviews will begin in February 2024. If you have any questions about the position, you can reach out to our hiring team at hiring@eurekasciencemuseum.org.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Work Location: In person