PCEI:BUGS Environmental Education Instructor
Listed on 2026-09-27
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Education / Teaching
Youth Development
ENGAGE AND EDUCATE COMMUNITY MEMBERS AND STUDENTS IN THE BUGS URBAN AGRICULTURE ECOSYSTEM! In this position, the Ameri Corps member will develop & deliver environmental education lessons & community programs to Treasure Valley students & community members of all ages at local schools & at our urban garden site. They will also assist w/organizational details & logistics involved in delivering these programs.
Additionally, they will recruit & coordinate volunteers to assist w/special events & help w/special projects.
- Must be U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident
- Must possess high school diploma/equivalent, or commit to earning one prior to receiving award
- Must be fluent in English
- Must be able to commit to full term of service
- Must successfully pass fingerprint criminal history background check
- Minimum 1-yr experience teaching children
- Interest in/enthusiasm for working w/youth & adults
- Experience w/environmental education/STEM content knowledge preferred
- Communicate w/clarity & conciseness to individuals/groups; convey respect, assistance & resourcefulness in friendly manner
- Maintain flexible schedule; maintain prompt & regular attendance;
Complete assignments in timely fashion; perform all essential & marginal functions w/or without reasonable accommodation - Must be able to successfully pass City of Boise background check & City of Boise online Defensive Driver Training
- Will need to be able to drive City vehicle
- Will be required to complete First Aid/CPR cert course
- A taxable, monthly living allowance ($22,200/11-mo, 1700-hr member, paid over term of service)
- An education award of $7,395 upon successful completion of term of service
- Loan forbearance
- Basic medical insurance
- Childcare allowance for those who qualify
- Professional development, trainings & networking opportunities
In this position, the Ameri Corps member will educate multi-age audiences through lessons, community programs & presentations. They will develop new curriculum; modify & improve existing lessons, & tailor lessons & presentations to different audiences. The member will represent FLC at Community Outreach Events - examples include: school STEM nights, City of Boise events, farmer's markets, & Ameri Corps events. This position includes assisting in the recruitment, supervision & training of volunteers, as well as assisting with spring break camps, summer camps & special programs.
Special programs may include farm-to-table culinary classes, nutrition education, & elementary school garden programs. The member will be expected to perform some administrative duties related to scheduling & program delivery using tools that will include Microsoft Office, email, Powerpoint, etc. They will be expected to positively & courteously respond to phone and in person inquiries while in service.
- Childcare assistance if eligible
- Education award upon successful completion of service
- Health Coverage
- Living Allowance
- Training
- Car recommended
- Permits attendance at school during off hours
- Permits working at another job during off hours
- Community Outreach
- Children/Youth
- Education
- Environment
- Education
- Leadership
- Public Speaking
- Teaching/Tutoring
- Youth Development
- General Skills
- Environment
- Team Work
Qualified individuals w/disabilities & those from diverse backgrounds.
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