TES Nature Educator - Kreher Preserve & Nature Center (KPNC)

Auburn, AL

Posted 16 days ago

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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.
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Quick Link for Internal Postings	https://www.auemployment.com/postings/35148

Job Summary

Company

Auburn

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full Time

Salary and Benefits

$12.00/hour

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

Open