Nature Center Early Childhood Program Educator

Salary : $17.00 - $20.00 Hourly

Location : Columbia, MD

Job Type : Contingent

Job Number : 8985 - 10092024

Department : Recreation & Parks

Opening Date : 10 / 10 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

POSITION SUMMARY / CLASS DESCRIPTION

BRIEF DESCRIPTION :

Responsible for the development and implementation of early childhood programming in coordination with the Robinson Nature Center (RNC) Director, RNC Program Manager, and RNC Early Childhood Programs Coordinator. Encourage children's awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the environment while fostering empathy and kindness towards others.

• This is a part-time, contingent position - work hours vary based on the needs of the center

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

DUTIES :

Duties include, but are not limited to the following :

Field trips for preschoolers and early childhood.

Public programs and camps for young children and their parents.

Outdoor preschool programs, "drop-off" programs and camps for preschoolers

Robinson on the Road experiences for preschoolers.

Program options for home daycare providers that don't meet minimum field trip / Robinson on the Road numbers.

Activity kits and resource packets.

Works with the Early Childhood Program Coordinator to develop policies and procedures, review existing early childhood programs, develop educational materials, and create guide descriptions for new programs.

Assists with the development and facilitation of early childhood education workshops.

Assists in the development of community outreach materials for the general public.

Attends meetings, conferences and workshops pertinent to the management, preservation and educational potential of the nature center.

Performs clerical duties associated with the administration of the early childhood environmental education program.

Researches existing early childhood nature programming and liaises with external entities.

Assists the Nature Center Director, Program Manager, and Nature Center Early Childhood Programs Coordinator with other duties as assigned.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS :

Operate a motor vehicle safely; capable of using a two- way radio.

Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.

Be trained in the use of the AED, CPR, and First Aid.

Must possess a valid Maryland Class C driver's license.

Early Childhood Education Certification Preferred.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE :

Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Wildlife Management, Environmental Education or other related field preferred. Working knowledge of biological and ecological principles and two years of practical experience. Experience developing and leading environmental education programs for preschool aged children. Experience identifying plants, animals, insects, reptiles and amphibians, and the ability to measure habitat variables. Ability to use various computer software programs such as Word, Excel, Access, etc. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence, and speak effectively before public groups or employees of organization.

RATE OF PAY :

Contingent - Professional - $17.00-$20.00 / hour

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :

TO APPLY : You must complete an employment application online to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes cannot be substituted for completion of the job application work history. No paper applications will be accepted.

Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening, background screening, and reference checks.

At time of application, please submit a copy of any college degree, coursework, licenses, or certifications that you have referenced on your application. Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. may need to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http : / / www.naces.org) or World Education Services : International Credential Evaluation (https : / / www.wes.org / ).

Howard County Government is not sponsoring employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Howard County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources directly at . Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.

Employees in this category may not be eligible for all County benefits.

Your application, which includes any supplemental questions, must be complete at the time of submission and must clearly describe the required work experience relevant to the position for which you are applying. The submitted electronic document must outline accurate dates to include (month and year) for each work history entry. Vague descriptions of experience will not be considered. Please include all pertinent experience in your application to include, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other such work history that is applicable to the position for which you wish to be considered. Descriptions of duties that state "see resume" will negatively impact your candidacy as resumes cannot be substituted in lieu of a completed application. Applicants will not be contacted for clarification or additional information.

Do you possess experience working with children under the age of six (6) ? If so, please explain.

Are you comfortable and willing to teach outdoors, year round, in all weather conditions?

Are you available to work a flexible part-time schedule which may include hours Tuesday through Saturday? Please describe your work availability. What days / times would you be available to work?

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Salary : $17 - $20