What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nature Program Instructor-Seasonal position at Round Lake Area Park District?
The Round Lake Area Park District is seeking a seasonal outdoor nature recreation instructor!
Are you looking for extra work this summer? Are you interested in working in parks and recreation? Do you enjoy getting outside in nature? Does environmental education interest you? Then, our seasonal nature program instructor position is the position for you!
The Prairie Grass Nature Museum is seeking one seasonal nature program instructor to work with staff on outdoor nature programs in the 2025 summer season. The Recreation instructor position is a seasonal hourly position (10-15 hours per week). The position will approximately run from June - August 2025.
Qualification
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Knowledge and experience teaching earth sciences and natural resources education.
- Communication skills.
- Customer service skills.
- Must enjoy working with children and adults.
- First Aid/CPR certified or able to become certified before programming begins.
- Fluent Spanish speaking skills a plus, but not required.
Your primary responsibilities will include leading educational nature programs for the Round Lake Area communities. You will also assist in the development of the programs including preparations for program materials, set-up and clean-up of program materials, and maintaining inventory of supplies needed for upcoming programs. You may additionally assist with the challenge course and cooperative games. You will also assist in the nature museum care for plants and animals and assisting museum guests as needed.
Please upload your resume or upload a completed job application from our website.
Link to blank job application: https://rlapd.org/upload/JobApplicationRev82023-fillable.pdf
Round Lake Area Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Round Lake Area Park District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Any individual needing assistance applying for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources, Jennifer_Bye@rlapd.org.
Salary : $15 - $18