Third Beach Teacher Naturalist
About The Position
Norman Bird Sanctuary is seeking a seasonal Third Beach Teacher Naturalist to develop and deliver marine and coastal educational programs for our Summer Camp program. The Third Beach Teacher Naturalist leads lessons for each camp group every week at Norman Bird Sanctuary’s Coastal Education Center (C.E.C.). Third Beach Teacher Naturalist-led programs include but are not limited to: seining; beach, dune, and marsh explorations; and marine identification. This position requires working collaboratively with Teacher Naturalists to ensure beach programs match weekly and daily themes for each camp group. Campers range in age from 6 to 11 years old, and all applicants should be comfortable working with multiple age groups each day. The Third Beach Teacher Naturalist is responsible for the set-up, care, and end of summer cleanup of saltwater aquaria. Term of employment: late May/early June through late August 2026, including one week of staff training in June. Hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 am–4:00 pm.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or work towards a degree in marine science, biology, or an environmental focus
- Experience identifying and working with marine animals
- Aquarist experience managing tank cleanliness, caring for marine creatures, and monitoring animal diets
- Comfortable working with children ages 6 to 11 years old
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions, walk several miles, and lift medium-weight objects
- Must pass a background check prior to hire
Nice To Haves
- Preference given to candidates with experience setting up and maintaining freshwater and saltwater aquaria
Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver marine and coastal educational programs for campers ages 6 - 11
- Work collaboratively with Teacher Naturalists to plan and teach lessons
- Create a safe and welcoming environment for camper learning and exploration
- Act as lead for daily operations at the Coastal Education Center (Drop-Off, Pick-Up)
- Set-up, maintain, and clean up saltwater aquaria and associated materials
- Track and report marine fish and invertebrate species caught and housed at the Coastal Education Center
- Other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
