The Wild Center is a growing science museum located on an 81 acre campus in the beautiful Adirondack Park in northern New York State. The Interpretive Naturalist and School Programs Coordinator position works in a team environment with The Wild Center Education staff to provide exceptional programming to museum audiences including school groups and visitors. This position will lead the coordination of school and teacher programming including integrating a distance/online learning component. The education team develops and implements public program offerings in a variety of formats and media to support the educational mission of The Wild Center: “Ignite an enduring passion for the Adirondacks where people and nature can thrive together and set an example for the world.” The Education team also delivers interactive experiences to families and visitors of all ages within exhibit areas through naturalist programs and animal encounters, on The Wild Center’s 81 acre campus, in the panoramas theater, in off-campus expedition settings in the 6 million acre Adirondack Park and through distance learning technology.
Candidate must have broad understanding of best practices in the informal learning environments of museums/zoos/aquariums/nature-centers and like institutions.
Must be experienced and skilled in developing appropriate programs for a variety of ages including K-16 & teacher professional development. BS or higher in a related field or appropriate experience at a museum, environmental education/nature center, zoo or aquarium. Master’s preferred. Must be able to demonstrate 3 years knowledge and experience in developing science-based experiences in the informal environment including school-based programming & digital learning. Great interpersonal, customer service, public speaking, writing, technology, and organizational skills required.
We are looking for a passionate, well-rounded individual to join our education team in a fast paced environment.
For a full job description, please visit http://wildcenter.org/about-us/careers
Full-time with benefits.
Please send a detailed resume and cover letter to:
The Wild Center, Attn: Tawnya Kentile, 45 Museum Drive, Tupper Lake, NY 12986 or tkentile-at-wildcenter.org
Application Deadline: June 15, 2015
Required experience:
- Environmental Education or related field: 3 years
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