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Northwest Park – Environmental Educator (Part time)

The Town of Windsor, CT seeks an enthusiastic and experienced educator to assist development, coordination, and delivery of environmental education programs for children, adults, and families at Northwest Park. The park is a 473-acre living classroom featuring native forests, fields, wetlands, and heritage breed farm animals. Our mission is to foster an understanding and appreciation of nature and build community through a variety of educational and passive recreational experiences.

This is a paid, year round part time position. Work schedule is Monday – Friday with some evenings and weekends required, 25 hours per week during the school year and 40 hours per week in the summer. The hourly rate is $20.00 per hour. Requires a drug screen and criminal background check before hiring.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist planning and coordination of environmental education programs and special events at Northwest Park and in school classrooms; instruct workshops and activities for a wide range of audiences in all seasons
• Serve as Camp Director for environmentally themed summer daycamp for children; develop weekly lesson plans; supervise seasonal camp staff and daily procedures; communicate with parents and guardians
• Coordinate the care and display of indoor live teaching animals; support development and maintenance of interactive exhibits
• Assist in marketing and promotion of programs and events through digital and print media; develop content for social media
• Assist with daily park operations and customer service for park visitors

Our Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Knowledge of natural sciences, regional natural history, and related environmental issues
• Familiarity with informal and outdoor education methods for a wide range of audiences
• Effective oral and written communication skills for diverse audiences, including children and adults of all abilities
• Ability to lead outdoor activities in varying weather conditions; ability to walk over uneven ground for extended periods of time
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with program participants, other employees, volunteers, and the general public

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in natural sciences, environmental education or a related field, with direct experience in developing and teaching environmental educational programs; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

To apply:

Apply online at  and attach a resume and cover letter. The position will remain open until filled. Successful candidates will be subject to the Town of Windsor background screening process, which includes a criminal background check and a pre-employment drug screen including screening for marijuana. The Town of Windsor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of the workforce.

EOE/AA.Seniority level

• Seniority level Associate

Employment type

• Employment type
  
  Part-time

Job function

• Job function
  
  Strategy/Planning and Information Technology
• Industries Government Administration

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