National Park Service – JELA - Barataria Preserve - Citizen Science Coordinator - AmeriCorps
Listed on 2026-09-25
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Education / Teaching
Youth Development, Environmental Science -
Non-Profit & Social Impact
Youth Development
- Job Category Ameri Corps, Curriculum Development , Community Outreach
- Industry Education, Conservation, National Park Service
- Name Meaghan Hall
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National Park Service – JELA
- Barataria Preserve
- Citizen Science Coordinator
- Ameri Corps
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
- Barataria Preserve
6588 Barataria Blvd, Marrero, LA 70072
Terms of Service- Anticipated
Start Date:
11/9/2026 - Anticipated End Date: 7/30/2027 (38 weeks)
- Ameri Corps Slot Classification: 1200 Hours
Stewards Individual Placements is an Ameri Corps Program which provides individuals with service and career opportunities to strengthen communities and protect our natural resources. Participants serve with federal agencies, tribal governments, and nonprofits building institutional capacity, developing community relationships, and supporting the conservation of natural areas. Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve (JELA) was established in 1978 to protect and share the nature, culture, and history of South Louisiana.
As one of six JELA sites, Barataria Preserve consists of more than 26,000 acres of wild Louisiana wetlands, including hardwood forest, swamp, bayous, and marshes Stewards, in partnership with JELA
- Barataria Preserve, are seeking an Ameri Corps member who will support the rapid expansion of off - site educational programming for area schools. This position helps connect thousands of students - especially those from underserved communities - to the National Park Service through hands - on science, cultural heritage learning, and stewardship activities.
The Citizen Science Coordinator is an Ameri Corps position that will develop and deliver curriculum - based programs, support community outreach, and strengthen partnerships with educators. The Ameri Corps member will also help organize events, develop social media strategy, speak and lead programming, conduct student and teacher evaluations, and learn about the National Park Service mission and operations. The member and student participants will learn about water quality, migratory birds, exotic species, and other cultural, economic, and ecological stewardship concerns.
The Citizen Science Coordinator will present programming in local elementary and high schools that address issues such as natural area stewardship, wildlife habitat restoration and protection, and opportunities with the National Park Service.
- Barataria Preserve in Marrero, LA, your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering engaging off - site programs in local schools.
- Serving closely with teachers by developing relationships, going into classrooms, aiding with curriculum, and reaching students.
- Supporting curriculum development and educator collaboration.
- Helping teachers develop two new curriculum-based programs and collecting and evaluating student/teacher feedback.
- Producing monthly program reports with narrative descriptions to include numbers reached, age of students, feedback results, supplies required, photo releases, and waivers to JELA on-site mentor.
- Inspiring the next generation of natural area stewards while expanding the reach and impact of Jean Lafitte’s education mission.
- Collaborating with rangers and partners to reach 6,000 students annually at primarily Title 1 schools.
- United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien.
- Between the ages of 18 – 30, or up to age 35 with Veteran status.
- Has received a high school diploma or equivalency certificate; or has not dropped out of elementary or secondary school to enroll as an Ameri Corps participant, and agrees to obtain a high school diploma or its equivalent prior to using the education award.
- Agrees to provide information to establish eligibility and to complete a National Service Criminal History Check.
- Must have a valid Driver’s License.
- Experience working with youth is preferred.
Conservation Legacy is committed to the full consideration of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to perform essential job functions. Physical requirements may include periodic overnight travel, non-traditional work hours, ability to move across varied terrain, use program-specific tools and a range of technology on an infrequent or frequent basis. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force…
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