| Category | Fall 2010 | ||
| Created | 04-29-2010 | ||
| Owner | Malibu OSS | ||
| Job Title | Outdoor Science Teacher | ||
| Start Date | 09-13-2010 | ||
| Organization | L.A. County Outdoor Science School - Malibu | ||
| Location | Malibu | ||
| Program Description | The Los Angeles County Outdoor Science School is a residential outdoor education program serving Southern California students, and specializing in hands-on learning of ecosystem science concepts. The Outdoor Science School operates at two gorgeous locations in the mountains and on the coast north of Los Angeles, California. | ||
| Program Type | Residential | ||
| Job Description | Teach science to fifth and sixth grade students, using experiential, hands-on teaching techniques in the outdoors. The curriculum includes science concepts such as wildlife habitat, plant adaptation, ecosystem comparison, basic astronomy, geology, soils, human ecology, science process skills, etc. Outdoor Science Teachers will also lead evening programs, provide occasional student supervision, and train and supervise volunteer cabin leaders. Other duties common to residential outdoor education programs may be assigned as needed. All duties are scheduled to be completed within a 40 hour work week. | ||
| Job Duration | School Year | ||
| Job Status | Full-time | ||
| Qualifications | BA/BS in life science (biology, botany, zoology, etc.), natural resources (emphasis in interpretation or education), environmental science, relevant physical science (geology, astronomy, etc.) or other comparable fields. Course work should include several life and earth science courses, and some field experience. Previous outdoor teaching experience required. First Aid/CPR certification. Must be physically able to lead teaching hikes in a semi-wilderness setting. Able to deal patiently and constructively with children and teens. Good personal and group communication skills. Ability to sing and/or play a musical instrument is desired, but not required. Willing to work irregular hours. | ||
| Salary | $21,565 per year, equivalent to $645 per week | ||
| Benefits | Medical, dental, vision benefits. Paid training and professional development days. Paid vacation days. Housing available, but not required. Some meals provided, others available for small fee. |
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| Housing | Provided Full-Time | ||
| Meals | Not Provided | ||
| Deadline for Application | 05-31-2010 | ||
| Contact Person | Site directors at each site | ||
| Address | See web site | ||
| Phone Number | Site numbers listed on web site | ||
| Fax Number | See web site | ||
| E-mail Address | malibu@outdoorscienceschool.org, blueskymeadow@outdoorscienceschool.org | ||
| Website | http://www.outdoorscienceschool.org/jobs/ | ||
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