The Nature Teacher will assist with planning, scheduling, teaching, and general supervision of existing programs and events for K-12 students and adult community members, and design and implement new programs for different age groups. They will also assist in designing and creating publicity for educational programs and events, assist in the distribution of publicity for upcoming events, programs, and volunteer opportunities, and assist with website and social media to promote programs and events.
Service Activities
-Assist with planning, scheduling, teaching and general supervision of existing programs and events for K-12 students and adult community members
-Design and implement new programs for different age groups
-Complete program and event evaluations
-Keep detailed records of program types and attendance numbers for grant purposes
-Use general budgetary and financial policies and procedure to assess feasibility of programs and events
-Assist in designing and creating publicity for educational programs and events
-Assist in distribution of publicity for upcoming events, programs, and volunteer opportunities
-Assist with website and social media to promote programs and events
-Assist with recruitment, training, and evaluation of nonpaid, non-AmeriCorps volunteers who assist with environmental education programs for K-12 students and adult community members
-Assist with scheduling and supervision of volunteers
-Make sure appropriate records of volunteer hours are kept
Community Need Addressed
Education of youth and adults about the environment and the benefits of a healthy connection to the natural world
Position Outcomes
The Nature Teacher will gain leadership experience in programming, marketing, financial management, facility operations, and personnel/volunteer management.
Benefits
Education award upon successful completion of service, Stipend, Student loan forbearance, Training
Competencies You Will Develop
Communication
Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy, Lead group discussion, Listen to and consider others' viewpoints, Maintain open lines of communication with others, Speak clearly, in precise language and in a logical, organized and coherent manner, Turn taking, Write cleary and effectively
Creativity & Problem Solving
Able to identify and define the problem, Capable of generating possible solutions, Communicate the problem to appropriate personnel, Improvise, Provide relevant expertise, Select and implement well-considered solution
Teamwork
Derive consensus, Develop constructive working relationships and maintain them over time, Establish a high degree of trust and credibility with others, Interact professionally and respectfully with supervisors and co-workers, Stay positive and outcome oriented, Use appropriate strategies and solutions for dealing with conflicts and differences to maintain a smooth workflow
Decisions
Accepts responsibility, Anticipate the consequences of decisions, Identify and prioritize the key issues involved to facilitate the decision making process, Involve people appropriately in decisions that may impact them, Quickly respond with a back-up plan if a decision goes amiss
Tools
Carefully consider which tools or technological solutions are appropriate for a given job, Consistently choose the best tool or technological solution for the problem at hand, Operate tools and equipment in accordance with established operating procedures, safety standards, and ethical guidelines, Seek opportunities to improve knowledge of tools and technologies that may assist in streamlining work and improving productivity
Planning
Able to prioritize various competing tasks, Create environment of contribution, Create plan of action, schedule tasks so that work is completed on time, Demonstrate the effective allocation of time and resources efficiently, Drive decision making, Effectively delegate tasks, Set goals
Service
Be pleasant, courteous, professional and respectful when dealing with internal and external customers or clients, Evaluate customer or client satisfaction, Honor the privilege of being able to work with and for those being served, Provide personalized, prompt, and efficient service to meet the requirements, requests and needs of customers, Recognize the importance of maintaining privacy and confidentiality of those being served, Understand and anticipate the needs of others, Understand the importance of one's role in the functioning of the organization, Understand the significance of maintaining a healthful and safe environment