What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outdoor Educator position at Middletown Recreation?
Job Description
The Middletown Parks and Recreation Department is looking for quarter-time instructors to teach elementary-aged class trips at Poricy Park during the Spring and Fall seasons. Classes come for 2- or 4-hour programs on topics in Science and Colonial History. The most popular program is taking students to hunt for marine fossils on the property. In celebration of America 250, we are especially interested in hiring a History Instructor for tours of our Historic Murray Farmhouse (c. 1770).
Essential Functions
- Lead curriculum and lessons focused on science and colonial history.
- Implement and run daily activities.
- Prepare materials needed prior to each class and/or before class begins. Clean up after class as appropriate.
- Facilitate classroom management techniques.
- Maintain and inventory all equipment necessary for the program area.
- Assist in maintaining accurate program records.
- Actively participate in staff training, meetings, and program setups.
- Help in other program areas as needed.
Qualifications
- Minimum age of 18.
- Candidates should ideally have experience in teaching and an interest in the outdoors, natural sciences, or history. (Will be trained in specific programs; all materials and program outlines are provided.)
- Ability to lead, plan, organize and implement program activities.
- Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
Location
Poricy Park
Schedule
Hours will fall between 9:00am-2:00pm, Monday through Friday on days scheduled. While the schedule is flexible, the hours are not. Schedule will depend on when trips are booked, but expect to work 3-5 days a week March-June and Sept-Dec. Year-Round work is also available and would include working our summer camp and for other Parks and Recreation Department programs.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17