Riverbend is seeking bright, dedicated individuals to help us further our mission's work of fostering awareness, appreciation and understanding of our total environment. We seek candidates with some experience in environmental or educational work who share our passion in connecting children to nature.
Summer Environmental Educator (6 Positions Available)
Dates: June 2nd - August 29th ; Monday – Friday, 8:30 – 4:30 (some overnights required)
Salary: $400/week
Program:
Educators will be part of the staff of Riverbend’s Summer Day Camp. Each week 60-80 children, ages 4 – 13, come to our 30-acre Gladwyne site for hands-on exploration and discovery. Some special weeks will be held at other sites. Some programs have a field trip and overnight responsibility. The atmosphere is friendly and low-key; curriculum is largely driven by the children’s interests and investigations. Groups are generally no more than 12 children per educator.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
To apply:
Please send resume, cover letter and a list of three references to:
Stacy Carr-Poole, Director of Education
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA 19035
jobs @ riverbendeec.org
Fax: 610-527-1161
Questions: Call Stacy at 610-527-5234 x108 or email at above address.
Summer Camp Intern (4 Positions available)
Dates: June 2nd – August 29th ; Monday – Friday, 8:00-4:00 or 10:00-6:00 (some overnights required)
Salary: $325/week
Program:
Interns will be part of the staff of Riverbend’s Summer Day Camp. Each week 60-80 children, ages 4 – 13, come to our 30-acre Gladwyne site for hands-on exploration and discovery. Some weeks will also be held at offsite locations. The atmosphere is friendly and low-key; curriculum is largely driven by the children’s interests and investigations. Groups are generally no more than 12 children per educator. Interns assist educators who lead the groups, primarily the youngest camper’s ages 4-6 years old. The internship is an opportunity to learn about the field of environmental education. Director can serve as supervisor for course credit if offered through your university.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
To apply:
Please send resume, cover letter and a list of three references to:
Stacy Carr-Poole, Director of Education
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA 19035
jobs @ riverbendeec.org
Fax: 610-527-1161
Questions: Call Stacy at 610-527-5234 x108 or email at above address.
Summer Education Intern (2 Positions available)
Dates: June 2nd – August 29th ; Thursday-Monday, 8:30-4:30 (some overnights required)
* Individuals who cannot commit to the entire summer are encouraged to apply as well; some positions may be shared between two individuals.
Salary: $350/week
Program:
Interns will be part of all Riverbend’s education programs, including the summer day camp, weekly nature clubs, on- and off-site education programs, and weekend birthday parties and public programs. The intern will teach some programs independently and at other times will work as an assistant to other education staff.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
To apply:
Please send resume, cover letter and a list of three references to:
Stacy Carr-Poole, Director of Education
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA 19035
jobs @ riverbendeec.org
Fax: 610-527-1161
Questions: Call Stacy at 610-527-5234 x108 or email at above address.
Seasonal Per Diem Environmental Educator:
Dates: October 1st - December 1st and April 1st - June 15th, typically 2-4 days per week, 9:00-2:00
Salary: $10-12/hour depending on experience
Per Diem Environmental educators are responsible for teaching lessons to visiting school groups participating in our onsite education program, which serves approximately 7,000 students each year. Each educator is responsible for teaching a group of between 10 and 20 students, ranging in age from Pre-K to 7th grade. Lessons can include, but are not limited to, pond and stream, watersheds, habitats and ecosystems, soil and geology, animal adaptations, and Lenape. Riverbend’s innovative programming combines a number of hands-on activities, sensory exploration, high energy eco-games and interaction with live animals. A perfect opportunity for individuals looking to build experience in the field of environmental education or for environmental professions who are seeking a light, flexible schedule.
Qualifications:
To apply, send resume, cover letter and list of three references to:
Stacy Carr-Poole, Director of Education
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA 19035
jobs @ riverbendeec.org
610-527-5234 x108
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