Educator, Outdoor ​/ Nature

Educators are highly motivated individuals that are responsible for the supervision, activity planning and implementation, safety, and group management of tours and programs. Work is done under the general supervision of Full Time Staff.

Pay Rate: $15.75 per hour

Major Duties/Specific Tasks

• Prepare and present programs, tours, games, and other outdoor educational activities.
• Interpret and work with facility features that may include animals, gardens, water features, trails, etc.
• Assist with preparation, cleaning, maintenance, and organization of Meadowlark Botanical Gardens guided touring routes.
• Assist in the management of garden events and tour schedules.
• Report unsafe conditions to park management.
• Perform other park duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• At least one year of college education in some natural resource field, parks and recreation, or education field (or equivalent training and experience) preferred.
• Considerable ability to communicate clearly and effectively with the public and staff members to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to interpret NOVA Parks rules and regulations.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a driver's license with a safe driving record.
• Availability to work a variable work schedule, which may include early and late hours, and weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work in the outdoors and inclement weather conditions for long periods of time.
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR/AED training.
• Strength and dexterity necessary to perform all required tasks, including lifting, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Required to purchase and wear standard uniform.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.