What are the responsibilities and job description for the Third Beach Teacher Naturalist position at The Norman Bird Sanctuary Trust?
Norman Bird Sanctuary is seeking a seasonal Third Beach Teacher Naturalist to develop and deliver marine and coastal educational programs for our Summer Camp program. The Third Beach Teacher Naturalist leads lessons for each camp group every week at Norman Bird Sanctuary’s Coastal Education Center (C.E.C.) across from Peabody Beach on Third Beach Road. Third Beach Teacher Naturalist-led programs include but are not limited to: seining; beach, dune, and marsh explorations; and marine identification. This position requires working collaboratively with Summer Teacher Naturalists to make sure beach programs match weekly and daily themes for each camp group. Campers range in age from 3.5 to 13 years old, and all applicants should be comfortable working with multiple age groups each day. The Third Beach Teacher Naturalist is responsible for the set-up, care, and end of summer cleanup of saltwater aquaria. Term of employment late May/early June through August 15th, 2025; includes one week of staff training. Hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 am–4:00 pm.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and deliver marine and coastal educational programs for campers ages 6 - 13
Work collaboratively with Summer Teacher Naturalists to plan and teach lessons
Create a safe and welcoming environment for camper learning and exploration
Act as lead for daily operations at the Coastal Education Center (Drop-Off, Pick-Up)
Set-up, maintain, and clean up saltwater aquaria and associated materials
Track and report marine fish and invertebrate species caught and housed at the Coastal Education Center
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:Bachelor’s degree or work towards a degree in marine science, biology, or an environmental focus
Experience identifying and working with marine animals
Aquarist experience managing tank cleanliness, caring for marine creatures, and monitoring animal diets
Comfortable working with children ages 6 to 13 years old
Good written and verbal communication skills
Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions, walk several miles, and lift medium-weight objects
Must pass a background check prior to hire
Preference given to candidates with experience setting up and maintaining freshwater and saltwater aquaria