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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.

Positions Currently Available:

 

• Seasonal Per Diem Environmental Educator

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Seasonal Per Diem Environmental Educator:

Dates: Seasonal, with a Fall season from September to November and a Spring season from April to June. 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:

• Experience working with children in outdoor settings
• Comfortable with the basic natural history of the area
• Background in biology, ecology, environmental studies or education strongly encouraged
• Demonstrates effective classroom management skills
• Excellent oral communication skills
• Ability to work cooperatively with a team or individually
• Comfortable interacting with live animals
• Reliable and flexible

 

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

 

 

Marketing Intern – Available immediately.

Riverbend Environmental Education Center, located in Gladwyne, PA, seeks to hire a marketing intern to help with marketing, PR and development related tasks. Key responsibilities include:

• Participation in the evaluation of marketing and development plans
• Participation in the evaluation of marketing and PR print materials
• Monthly website updates
• Creation of monthly E-newsletter
• Manage social networking initiatives (Facebook, Twitter)
• Support fundraising initiatives
• Take photographs of children participating in educational programs
• Increase presence on the internet through links on websites with similar missions, goals, and values
• Manage and maintain consistent supplies of printed communications
• Update PR contact list and help with press releases

 

This position requires:

• Excellent communication skills
• Strength in organization
• Creativity
• Solid writing skills
• Ability to work well with others

Sophomore, Junior or Senior Marketing, Communications, or English majors can apply. We seek a commitment on average of 8-10 hours per week.

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
Email: scarr@riverbendeec.org
Fax: 610-527-1161
Questions: Call Stacy at 610-527-5234 x108 or email at above address.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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