JOB BOARD

We’re looking for an energetic nature-lover to help us run educational programs April through October. Our education programs foster joy and discovery at the intersection of health, agriculture, and sustainability.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to partner with the Education Coordinator to deliver school field trip activities and manage students moving through The Farm. They will assist Education Staff in delivery, set up, and cleanup of summer camps and evening workshops. We seek individual who can share their enthusiasm and energy with folks who are excited to learn about plants, food, and health. This is a great opportunity for a person with a flexible schedule; hours will vary week to week. Up to 300 hrs in 2024. Experience with delivering educational programming to youth, public speaking preferred, gardening, farming, plants and/or outdoor educational spaces preferred.

Under the supervision of a higher classified employee, the Seasonal Historical Interpretive Assistant will work with staff to plan and provide support for open house public mill tours, K-12 field trips and additional interpretive programs and special events at Parker Mill County Park and Sharon Mills County Park. Duties will focus on interpretation of the historical and cultural resources preserved at the parks for audiences that range from school aged kids to adults. The primary focus for the Historical Interpretive Assistant will be at Parker Mill County Park located at 4650 Geddes Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105. Additional weekend duties may include assistance with open houses at Sharon Mills, located just north of Manchester at 5701 Sharon Hollow Rd, Manchester, MI.

Starting Pay at $18/hour. Schedule may include weekday, evening, or weekend, coverage from mid-April through mid-October.

For more information visit link or contact Ginny Leikam at laikamg@washtenaw.org

BIG Zoo Lesson (BZL) is an education model of teaching and learning in which teachers, students and parents use Potter Park Zoo as their classroom for an immersive week of wildlife study. Participants talk with wildlife experts, observe animal behaviors and research animals from all over the world as part of this interdisciplinary, problem-based approach for learning conservation and developing sensitivity to the natural world.

Qualifications for BZL site coordinator include (1) education background in elementary curriculum;
(2) experience in or understanding of the BZL program; (3) interest in zoos, wildlife and conservation.

The BZL site coordinator works primarily during the school year in the approximately 30 weeks when BZL is held at the zoo. The hours vary from 20-35 per BZL week.

Please submit a resume and cover letter to Amy L. Morris-Hall via email at amorris@ingham.org

The Nature Day Camp Specialist works with the Education Team to further the mission of the
Grand Traverse Conservation District by supporting the activities of the Education Team, led
by the Education Director/Camp Director. Primary responsibilities include developing and
delivering environmental education programs, creating and maintaining signage and
exhibits, and representing the organization at the Boardman River Nature Center and
throughout the community.

We are seeking enthusiastic and responsible individuals to join our team as Nature Camp Instructors (Counselors). As a Camp Instructor, you will play a crucial role in creating a positive and memorable camp experience for children and teens. This is a dynamic position that involves a range of responsibilities, including leading activities, fostering a safe environment, and, importantly, actively participating in swimming activities with campers.