Nature Connection Facilitator

The Emerald Necklace Conservancy • Boston, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Emerald Necklace Conservancy is seeking capable and enthusiastic facilitators to lead nature connection experiences for youth participating in summer programs with Boston youth-serving organizations. These experiences will take place in Emerald Necklace Parks and are designed for 8-10 and 11-13-year-old youth. The Natural Ways Program utilizes inquiry-based, place-based, and hands-on methods, focusing on the "Art of Questioning" and "Children's Passions" to foster deep connections with nature. The program encourages self-guided exploration and interaction with the natural environment, with a secondary benefit of exposing participants to life science concepts aligned with Boston Public School Massachusetts Science Standards.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in facilitating outdoor nature connection, environmental education, or outdoor adventure activities for youth
• Experience as a camp counselor, Girl, or Boy Scout Leader, outdoor adventure facilitator, environmental education instructor/teacher or related experience
• Experience leading/teaching youth in an outdoor environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Interest in natural history, nature connection, environmental education, and science education
• Strong organizational, time management, oral, and written communication skills
• Skill and ability to work with diverse groups, exercise cultural humility, and implement best practices in inclusion
• Demonstrate a positive attitude while working on a team
• Reliable transportation
• Basic use of standard business software, such as Microsoft Office
• Ability to lift 10-20 pounds
• Must successfully pass background checks including a Criminal Offender Record information (CORI) and Sex offender registry information (SORI)
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification

Nice To Haves

• BA or BS in, environmental studies, biology, or earth science is welcomed
• Ability to speak Spanish/other languages in addition to English is desirable
• Preference given to candidates from the Greater Boston community

Responsibilities

• Work with Education staff at the Conservancy to prepare and facilitate interactive nature connection experiences in Emerald Necklace parks
• Lead groups of 10-12 participants in hands-on outdoor nature connection experiences in Emerald Necklace parks
• Monitor program participants in all types of outdoor environments and ensure the safety and comfort of all participants
• Maintain a professional work environment, which includes equipment cleanup and storage of program gear and materials
• Provide basic first aid as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed