TES Nature Educator

4 days ago

Auburn, United States Auburn Full time
Position Details Position Information Requisition Number TES1553P Home Org Name Forestry Wildlife and Environment Division Name College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Environment Position Title TES Nature Educator - Kreher Preserve & Nature Center (KPNC) Estimated Hours Per Week 20 Anticipated Length of Assignment Job Summary Do you like nature and the outdoors? Do you like teaching about the natural world? Come and work part-time at the Kreher Preserve & Nature Center (KPNC) as a Nature Educator

The KPNC is seeking teachers/naturalists to conduct educational programs and classes, lead camps and guided hikes, and assist with community events, all pertaining to outdoor and natural themes. Under the direct supervision of the KPNC Education Director, you will be teaching about a variety of possible topics including plant life and ecology, animal life and ecology, native/non-native species, forestry, geology, astronomy, biodiversity, climate, natural history, and much more. Classes consist of a broad diversity of students, interactive and engaging lessons, and innovative teaching strategies.

Temporary Employment Services (TES), a unit of the Auburn University Department of Human Resources, is an in-house support center established to meet the temporary employment needs of the university. TES provides qualified and dedicated temporary employees in a wide variety of occupations to meet the staffing needs throughout the campus. Temporary employees are hired for a variety of reasons with the most common being:
  • Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time
  • Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads
  • Assistance with special projects
  • Seasonal work
  • Emergencies

If you are looking for an employment opportunity, TES is a great way to showcase your professional skills and assist Auburn University while gaining valuable work experience within higher education.

AU students are not eligible for TES. Essential Functions
  • Leads interactive lessons on natural subject areas.
  • Completes entire lesson lifecycle including setup, lesson planning, material prep, presenting, and cleanup.
  • Leads guided hikes.
  • Supervises students of all ages.
  • Assists with community events.
  • Sets up program materials and displays for presentations and programs.
  • Cleans and organizes educational materials and supplies.
  • Researches and develops educational materials, references, and guides
Minimum Qualifications
  • Experience leading/teaching students.
  • Experience working with the natural world.
  • Excellent communication skills including written and verbal.
  • Excellent time management skills.
  • Ability to interact with students from a diversity of ages, races, ethnicities, and backgrounds.
  • Ability to work independently, with little supervision
Desired Qualifications Bachelor's degree in natural sciences, education, or a related field. Posting Detail Information Salary Range $12.00/hour Work Hours 10 hours per week as scheduled City position is located in: Auburn State position is located: Alabama Posting Date 01/24/2023 Closing Date EEO Statement Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link for Internal Postings https://www.auemployment.com/postings/35148 RequiredPreferredJob Industries
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