Seasonal Educator

Location: Oyster Bay Cove parlament, NY
Full time
Requisition : الجاري JR960

The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science‑based, community‑driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet's health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet.

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Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center (TRSAC) in Oyster Bay, NY hosts a six‑week summer environmental education program. The program runs from Monday, July 13th through Friday, August 21st. Participants enjoy a variety of activities including meeting resident wildlife, conducting ecological studies, hiking on Sanctuary property, exploring a variety of habitats and playing nature games. With access to forests, marshes and seashores, participants experience the wonders and diversity of nature on Long Island and gain a greater understanding of and respect for the natural world.

TRSAC provides experienced and aspiring teachers and environmental educators with an opportunity to work in an outdoor setting asserie part of a dynamic education team.

The Seasonal Educator will work 40 hours per week Monday‑Friday overseeing age groups ranging from 5–17. This role is on‑site based out of the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center (TRSAC) in Oyster Bay, NY.

Compensation:
$19.00 / hour

• Ensure the Sanctuary Adventures Program functions smoothly and professionally, and that all program participants have a safe, enjoyable experience.
• Foster care of and respect for the natural world and others through positive behavior and actions.
• Create, prepare, and deliver eight weeks of nature, science, arts and games centered on weekly themes.
• Attend staff training on July 6th–10th.
• Ensure the health and safety of all participants, including cleaning, sanitizing, organizing supplies and maintaining assigned areas and other sanctuary property.
• Develop positive relationships with TRSAC staff, volunteers, visitors, and parents/guardians, community members and youth participants.
• Supervise a group of campers between the ages of 5–12.
• Work 100% outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Perform all other duties deemed necessary by the Education Manager.

• Experience teaching in schools, nature camps, nature centers, science museums, zoos, or other programs emphasizing science or nature education. Summer camp experience preferred.
• Skilled in creating a safe, warm and welcoming atmosphere to awaken children’s curiosity for and enjoyment of nature.
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse groups of children and success in managing youth activities.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills and computer literacy.
• Positive role model: flexible, independent, responsible, enthusiastic.
• Valid solide driver’s license and reliable transportation.
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• Basic First Aid & CPR certification (or obtain before start date) is required.
• Lifeguard certification is a plus.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions, engage in hands‑onitário activities, and demonstrate enthusiasm for connecting children with nature.
• Experience kayaking or canoeing, music, performance, arts, crafts or related fields is a plus.
• The ability to maneuver with up to 25 lbs.

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