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Naturalist Educator- Field Trip Program

  • September 06, 2023 2:23 PM
    Message # 13251013

    Coloma Outdoor Discovery School (CODS) has been providing outdoor education programs since 1990. Currently our program offers students a 1–3-day experience in California Gold Rush history. Our program has an excellent reputation for employing professional naturalist educators who are excellent role models, teachers, and well-educated individuals.  

    Currently hiring for our Fall 2023 (October- December) and Spring 2024 (January – May) seasons.  

    Responsibilities 

    • Educating, supervising, and empowering students 

    • Initiate learning in many formats: at meals, in the field, on the trail, and in large (75+) or small (12-16 students) groups. 

    • Continuous personal development of teaching skills and background knowledge of subject areas. 

    • Promote positive communication among staff, students, teachers, and chaperones. 

    • Model environmentally sustainable behavior and ethics. 

    • Regularly manage teaching supplies and equipment.  

    • Collaborate with staff and organization leaders to continually upgrade academic and logistic aspects of program.  

    Qualifications 

    • Ability to conduct skits, songs and/or stories in front of large groups of children & adults 

    • Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively with others  

    • Experience working with people, and enjoyment of all kinds of people, especially children aged 9-11 

    • Excellent communication skills 

    • Love working outdoors – rain or shine 

    • Creative, fun, and energetic! 

    • Physically fit- able to stand and walk/ hike for an 8-hour shift 

    • Preferred- BA or BS in field of education, science, history, or related experience 

    • Current CPR and First Aid certification (online certification does not apply) * 

    • Current California Food Handler certification* 

    *May acquire after hire.  

    Position is non-exempt. Starts at $20 (or more) depending on education/experience. Some meals, but no housing is provided for staff. 

    To apply, please email, cover letter and resume to Aimee@cods.org

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