Substitute Environmental Educator

Substitute Environmental Educator

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Compensation: $20/hr

Schedule:

Weekdays, most support needed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Location:

All UEC branches, Milwaukee, WI (in-person)

Position Summary:

Substitute Environmental Educators play an important role in helping the Urban Ecology Center Environmental Education team provide high-quality outdoor learning experiences at any of the Urban Ecology Center's 3 branches when additional staffing is needed. During the school year, programming is outdoor-focused school field trips. During the summer, programming is nature-based summer day camp. Substitutes will collaborate with a co-teacher to lead programming.

Some programs may take place at a school partner location.

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• Driving 14-28 passenger UEC buses to transport program participants
• Leading outdoor-based environmental education and recreation programs
• Facilitating activities including natural history, science, ecology lessons and recreation activities such as: paddling, biking, hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and fishing. Welcoming participants and leading groups with confidence
• Supporting summer camp activities through administrative tasks, leading groups of 6-24 children.
• Preparing program materials, equipment, and activity spaces
• Adapting lessons to meet the needs of each group
• Cleaning up and storing equipment after programs
• Assisting with inventory and care of program supplies
• Supporting large community events as needed

• Arrive prepared and ready to facilitate engaging experiences
• Foster a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment
• Maintain practices that uphold community equity, dignity, and justice practices.
• Work collaboratively with Urban Ecology Center staff
• Attend required trainings and all-staff meetings as requested
• Represent the Urban Ecology Center's mission of connecting people in Milwaukee to nature and each other

Safety is a high priority at the UEC. Substitute EE Educators are expected to:

• Complete Urban Ecology Center safety orientation
• Maintain First Aid, CPR, and AED certification (provided by UEC)
• Follow all Urban Ecology Center safety policies and procedures

• 1-3 years of teaching, environmental education, outdoor recreation, youth development, or related experiences
• Ability to meet requirements of insurability under Urban Ecology Center's commercial insurance vehicle policy. This includes things such as a valid driver's license and motor vehicle record clear of minor to major violations.
• Comfortable leading groups of diverse ages and backgrounds
• Enthusiastic about outdoor learning and connecting people with nature
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing program needs
• Reliable transportation to work at any of the Urban Ecology Center's three branches

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation. Ability to sit, stand, crouch, or bend regularly. Fine motor skills to assist with technical aspects of teaching new skills.

When Are EE Subs Needed?

EE Substitute needs vary throughout the year and can be difficult to predict. In general:

• Higher need exists September through May
• Program days are Tuesdays to Fridays (with some Mondays). Program hours are generally 7:30am-3:30pm. Specific hours will vary based on field trip schedules and school calendars.
• Environmental Educator Substitutes should have at least 2 weekdays of availability on a regular basis
• Additional support is often needed during Adventure Days, in collaboration with the Community Programs team, and…