• We are looking for 2 Summer Naturalist - Recreation Leaders to join the City of Charleston's Recreation Department! In this role, you will serve as a primary counselor/educator for our environmental education based Nuts About Nature Summer Camp.

Teaches environmental education classes to all ages including school groups and public programs.
Assists and supports activities and operations of the Tiedemann Park Nature Center, including afterschool classes and activities.
Cleans animal cages and center, feeds animals, and performs other husbandry tasks.
Assists with all aspects of the “Nuts About Nature” Spring Break and Summer Camps.
Handles a variety of animals including reptiles, amphibians, and ocean wildlife.
Monitors the safety and the activities of children during recreational trips or tours.
Performs other duties as assigned. 

• Must have a flexible work schedule that may include early mornings, late afternoons and weekends, depending on programs scheduled on any given week 
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and 3 – 6 months of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Associate’s degree, or pursuit thereof, in biology, ecology, marine sciences, education or a related field.