Program Descripton: Residential Outdoor Science School for 5th and 6th grade students near Petaluma in the rolling hills of Marin County
Job Description: Interpretation of garden curriculum and supervision of 4th/6th grade students. Active care and up keep of the garden. Intern will assist with the design and implementation of garden components and care procedures. Provide additional support to the Ranch programs as a substitute Naturalist.
Qualifications: Completion of college level course work in Agriculture, Horticulture, Natural Sciences or Environmental Education. The ideal candidate would have strong interpersonal skills, an understanding of basic organic gardening techniques, gardening or farming experience as well as experience working with children.
Salary: $7.50/hour, $60/day
Benefits: Limited medical insurance coverage
Housing: fulltime
Board: program
Comments: Supplemental food from organic garden
Deadline: Open until filled, urged to apply by 4/02/07
Available: Flexible start June-August, 2007, then 10-12 month commitment.
Procedure: To apply send a completed MCOE application
(download at
www.walkercreekranch.org),
cover letter, resume, and three references with current telephone numbers
Contact Name: Mike Grant, Outdoor School Manager
Contact Address: 1700 Marshall Petaluma Rd, Petaluma
CA 94952
Contact Telephone: (415) 491-6602
Contact Fax: (415) 663-8854
Contact Email:
Contact Website: www.walkercreekranch.org