What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Educator position at AGAPE KURE BEACH MINISTRIES INC?
PURPOSE: To serve as an educator for school field trips, day and residential, and special events. To deliver instruction of lessons designed to meet the Educational Standards set forth in the NC Standard Course of Study. To be an active member of a team that seeks to provide excellence and visitor satisfaction, meeting programmatic needs using the Agapé Center for Environmental Education Mission Statement as our guide.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
· To teach for ACE Education field trips
· To assist with Pre-field trip Set up, and Post- field trip Clean Up
· To attend training sessions each Fall and Spring
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Flexibility in offering programming that meets classroom needs and fulfills ACE Education goals.
· Direct supervision and program execution with 10-17 students, grades K-8 for day field trip and overnight residential environmental education hands-on activities in the outdoors.
· Oversee safe, fun learning experiences for the students.
· Teaching curriculum developed by the ACE Education Environmental Education Director according the the North Carolina Standard Course of Study Essential Standards for Science and Social Studies.
Qualifications:
· Degree in or currently pursuing one of the following fields is strongly preferred:
Environmental Education, Natural/Environmental Sciences, Biology, Education or related field.
Or strong knowledge of flora and fauna with field teaching experience.
· Strong desire to teach children in an outdoor setting.
· Be in physical condition to lead multiple hikes on unpaved trails.
· Willingness to lead programs for Public and Private Religion Based schools
· Willingness to learn and grow with a well-reputed and growing program.
· Current First Aid and CPR Certification a plus, but not required.
Mission Statement:
ACE Education seeks to build awareness and appreciation in North Carolina (NC) school students and guests through hands-on experiences aimed to encourage responsible decision-making and care of the natural world.
Goal:
To enable teachers and students to meet the goals of the NC Essential Standards for Science and Social Studies.
Core Values:
- Passion for the natural world
- Intentionality seeking to offer programs designed to meet goals
- Enthusiasm about interacting with children and adults
- Safety of mind and body is ensured for all participants.
- Educational Excellence is central to our role as educators of today’s youth.