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Brasstown Bald Part-Time Seasonal Educator
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Part-time Seasonal Educator
Brasstown Bald Visitor Center, GA
March 2024-November 2024
As a Part-Time Seasonal Educator with FIND Outdoors, you will play an integral role in delivering exceptional visitor experiences through leading engaging educational programs and events at Brasstown Bald. You will have the opportunity to work with diverse groups, facilitating outdoor learning and fostering a deeper connection to nature. This position requires an individual with strong communication skills, a passion for education, and a commitment to promoting environmental awareness. As an ambassador for FIND Outdoors, you will help create lasting memories for visitors while maintaining high standards of program quality and community engagement. This role reports to the Chief Education Officer.
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SKILLS & ABILITIES:
FIND Outdoors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Part-time Seasonal Educator
Brasstown Bald Visitor Center, GA
March 2024-November 2024
As a Part-Time Seasonal Educator with FIND Outdoors, you will play an integral role in delivering exceptional visitor experiences through leading engaging educational programs and events at Brasstown Bald. You will have the opportunity to work with diverse groups, facilitating outdoor learning and fostering a deeper connection to nature. This position requires an individual with strong communication skills, a passion for education, and a commitment to promoting environmental awareness. As an ambassador for FIND Outdoors, you will help create lasting memories for visitors while maintaining high standards of program quality and community engagement. This role reports to the Chief Education Officer.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead and facilitate educational programs and interpretive activities for visitors of all ages, both indoors and outdoors at Brasstown Bald.
- Guide groups on trails and throughout the park, using the natural environment as a dynamic classroom for educational goals.
- Record and maintain visitor and program participant data, sharing relevant insights as necessary.
- Collaborate with the Chief Education Officer to develop and deliver engaging lesson plans.
- Maintain interactive exhibits, collect data, and ensure displays are clean, up-to-date, and informative.
- Distribute and utilize Natural Inquirer educational materials.
- Assist in planning and hosting special events or activities at Brasstown Bald.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of the history, ecology, and cultural heritage of Brasstown Bald and the surrounding region, including the area's flora, fauna, and natural resources.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, combined with critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Physical ability to walk up to four miles per day and lift up to 20 pounds.
- Professional and friendly interaction with the public, ensuring a positive image for FIND Outdoors.
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and varying hours, especially during special events such as the Foxfire Night Hike, which may require evening or weekend shifts.
- Creativity in designing engaging educational experiences and leadership in inspiring others.
- A strong dedication to environmental education and outreach.
- Preferred: A college degree in environmental education or a related field.
FIND Outdoors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.