Ecology Center Program Instructor II

City of Evanston, IL • Evanston, IL

341d • $20

About The Position

This position is responsible for assisting in the planning, development and facilitating of the environmental education programs at the Evanston Ecology Center. Programs may include special events, school field trips, scout groups, canoe trips, summer camps, mini-camps and youth and adult programming, and other environmental education programs. Additional duties include assisting with animal care, display and maintenance, garden maintenance, office and file maintenance and assisting customers as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or actively seeking a Bachelor's degree in Biology, environmental education, outdoor education or related field preferred.
• 2-3 years experience developing and leading education programs preferred.
• Canoeing experience preferred.
• Current CPR and AED certification or able to attain within 6 months of employment.
• Valid Illinois driver's license preferred.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good external and internal customer service skills.
• Good planning, organizational and problem solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Canoeing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads, develops, plans and instructs participants in various activities at the Ecology Center sites and other locations.
• Develop and prepare class materials and lesson plans that foster knowledge of the environment and natural world.
• Provide pre and post class/camp organization, including taking attendance and setting up and taking down equipment.
• Recommend future course offerings and necessary supplies for purchase.
• Provide animal care including feeding, cleaning, and recommending supplies and food for ordering.
• Assist with the development and facilitation of the Farmette and corresponding programs, including maintenance and garden education programming.
• Attend staff meetings as required.
• Encourage and demonstrate safe work habits through established safety program guidelines.
• Complete necessary forms for accidents and incidents.
• Maintain CPR and AED certification.
• Adhere to and enforce staff compliance with organizational policies, procedures and the strategic plan.
• Represent the Ecology Center positively and ethically to patrons, guests and staff.
• Develop and maintain effective internal and external oral and written communications.
• Be at work station, ready for center defined duties at required times.
• Be available for overtime when requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees