'25 PCEI MK Nature Center Assistant Wildlife Educator

The '25 PCEI MK Nature Center Assistant Wildlife Educator position at AmeriCorps in Idaho involves providing environmental education, engaging with visitors, and conducting outreach activities. Responsibilities include developing educational programs, assisting with social media, and collaborating with volunteers. Candidates should have a background in environmental or biological sciences and be U.S. citizens or residents. Benefits include a living allowance, education award, and training opportunities.
Share Your Passion for Wildlife and Nature with others at MK Nature Center! Participate as a member of the MK Nature Center team in providing environmental education to facility visitors & outreach activities to engage other audiences. Work w/volunteers & student interns on projects benefiting nature center habitat & wildlife. Develop topics for/coordinate staffing of education tables on-site for interaction by visitors. Assist staff w/social media, including Instagram stories & other online learning opportunities. Conduct outreach on behalf of the nature center at various community events; Offer online learning to classes on request. REQUIREMENTS: Must be U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident; Must possess high school diploma or equivalent, or commit to earning one prior to receiving award; Current college student or college graduate with a background in environmental or biological sciences; Must be fluent in English, & some knowledge of Spanish is helpful; Must be able to commit to full term of service; Must successfully pass fingerprint criminal history background check; Must have cooperative manner & ability to serve as part of diverse team; Must have regular/reliable attendance & dependability. REQUIRED/PREFERRED SKILLS: Valid Driver’s License; First Aid/CPR/AED certification beneficial, but not required; Experience working w/children is beneficial; Current college student or graduate w/a background in environmental/biological sciences, wildlife biology, or environmental education. BENEFITS: Taxable, monthly living allowance of $11,000, paid over the 6-month, 900-hour term of service; Education award of $3,697.50 upon successful completion of term of service; Loan forbearance; Basic medical insurance; Childcare allowance for those who qualify; Professional development, trainings & networking opportunities; Qualified individuals of all abilities & those from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Member Duties : Our member will provide customer service; develop new environmental education programs; teach environmental education programs individually and with a team; represent the MK Nature Center at outreach events; engage with volunteers for education programs and habitat improvement projects; assist with the care and handling of education animals, specifically a non-releasable peregrine falcon; perform administrative work (time sheets, email, reports, etc.); assist with educational content for social media.

Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service , Training , Living Allowance , Health Coverage , Childcare assistance if eligible .

Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours .

Service Areas :
Education , Environment , Children/Youth , Community Outreach .

Skills :
Team Work , General Skills , Leadership , Public Speaking , Education , Teaching/Tutoring , Youth Development , Environment .

SUMMARY

Program Type:

AmeriCorps State / National

Program

'25 PCEI MK Nature Center Assistant Wildlife Educator

Program Start/End Date

03/03/2025 - 08/31/2025

Work Schedule

Full Time

Education level

Some college

Age Requirement

Minimum: 19 Maximum: 99

Program Locations

IDAHO

Languages

English

Accepting Applications

From 01/22/2025 To 02/10/2025

Contact

Courtney Warner

1040 Rodeo Dr

Moscow ID 83843

2088821444

admin@pceiamericorps.org

www.pcei.org

Listing ID

125504