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About the Role
The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is seeking members to work with education staff at the Taconic Outdoor Education Center (TOEC) to provide educational and recreational programs to schools, civic, and public groups. SCA members will gain experience in teaching topics like Project Adventure, mammal studies, and ecology, with opportunities for independent projects and professional development. Members will also conduct outdoor educational outreach within Clarence Fahnestock State Park.
Responsibilities
- Plan and teach education and project adventure lessons to user groups
- Provide public educational outreach to park users in Clarence Fahnestock State Park
- Help with facility upkeep as needed
- Take initiative to learn and grow in the education field
- Be willing to learn new skills and be open to different experiences to provide education to user groups
- Adapt teaching strategies for students with different learning styles and needs
- Communicate clearly and respectfully
- Collaborate with coworkers in a professional and productive manner
- Approach each group with a desire to provide an enjoyable and educational outdoor experience
- Be open to receiving constructive feedback to genuinely grow and improve abilities in the education field
- Be willing to work outdoors in all elements (snow, rain, heat, cold, etc.)
Requirements
- Members are required to submit timesheets on a weekly/bi-weekly basis via SCA’s timekeeping system, ADP
- Members are required to submit weekly output reports; training is provided at Orientation
- Member narratives are collected on a monthly basis in the members’ output report
- Applicants are required to have a bachelor's degree in an environmental-related field
- Must have their own personal vehicle
- Must be a citizen, permanent resident, or national of the United States
- Must be at least 18 years or older
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent or actively working to complete one
- Must be willing to undergo National Service Criminal History Check, including criminal background, sex offender and FBI checks
- Possess a current and valid driver’s license for the type of vehicle to be operated
- Provide your State Driver's Abstract from your State's DMV (reimbursable)
- Pass New York State OPRHP Driver Training
Skills
- Project Adventure team-building (including low and high ropes)
- Mammal studies
- Ecology
- Outdoor education
- Public speaking
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Adaptability
Location
- Cold Spring, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
- Onsite
Experience Level
- Entry-level
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in an environmental-related field
- High school diploma or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $500/Week
Benefits
- Housing provided
- AmeriCorps orientation and training
- SCA Risk Management training
- Sexual Harassment/Drug Abuse in the Workplace training
- Mental Health First Aid Training
- Wilderness First Aid & CPR training
- Project WILD & Project AQUATIC training
- New York State Outdoor Educator Association Conferences/Events
- Hudson River Ecology training
- Leave No Trace Level 1 training
- Professional Development & Job Readiness
- Service events
- Health Insurance
- AmeriCorps benefits
About the Company
- The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults.
- Program participants protect and restore national parks, national forests, wildlife refuges, marine sanctuaries, landmarks, community green spaces, and much more across the country.
- SCA New York partners with state agencies and non-profit organizations across the state of New York.
- SCA New York members serve in 10-month positions alongside conservation professionals, engaging in conservation stewardship projects and education services for the general public.
- Taconic Outdoor Education Center is a 250-acre, reservation-only facility, part of the Clarence Fahnestock Memorial State Park Complex.
Equal Opportunity
- The SCA is an equal opportunity employer. Selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and performance, without unlawful discrimination.