Outdoor Education Instructional Internship (Splash Science/Green Machine) 2024-2025

The San Diego County Office of Education is seeking Outdoor Education Instructional Interns for the Splash Science and Green Machine Labs for the 2024-2025 period. This role involves guiding students in environmental science through both virtual and on-campus experiences. Candidates should have coursework in science or education and experience with children. Applicants must submit a complete online application with required documents and meet ESSA compliance.
Job Summary

The San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) is recruiting for Outdoor Education Instructional Interns for the Splash Science and Green Machine Labs. Our Science Outreach programs are a training ground for those interested in the field of Environmental Science Education.

The San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) helps connect students to nature through science programs that can be conducted in a virtual learning experience or as an on-campus field trip. Our team of educators guide students on an immersive exploration through the world of environmental science.

Splash Science Lab is an inquiry-based program that provides students with the opportunity to learn about watershed issues. Students walk away with a better understanding of how water pollution affects the environment, humans, and wildlife by participating in three hands-on stations involving microscopes, water chemistry experiments, interactive watershed models, and much more.

Green Machine Lab delivers interactive lessons to help students understand why a healthy environment is important to sustainable food production. Students learn about the science of soil, alternative pest management practices, get a greater understanding of natural systems, and use scientific concepts in a real-world situation.

Requirements / Qualifications

Qualifications:
• Completion of college-level course work in the field of science, education, recreation, or related fields.
• Previous experience working with kindergarten through middle-school age children.

Candidates must demonstrate Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA, previously referred to as the NCLB Act) compliance. In order to satisfy the paraprofessional requirements of the ESSA, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent; AND,
• Completed at least 48-semester units at an accredited college or university; OR,
• Obtained an associate's (or higher) degree; OR,
• Successful completion of an assessment, administered by the San Diego County Office of Education, in basic reading, writing, mathematics skills, and the ability to assist with instruction. The assessment is administered only to candidates selected to move forward in the pre-employment process.

In addition to your completed EDJOIN application, to be considered for this position, you must attach the following to your application:
• Resume
• Copy of college/university transcripts
• Copies of any certifications you wish to be considered
Comments and Other Information

Please note that your completed online application mustinclude all of the required supplemental documentation. Emailed or Faxed supplemental documents will not be accepted. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

It is important to note to become a substitute/limited-term employee, there will be a fingerprinting requirement that currently costs $77 (this is an up-front, out-of-pocket cost that must be paid in the form of a money order or cashier's check). In addition, if you apply and are selected for a permanent position at any point there would be an additional $77 cost (currently) for fingerprinting as a permanent employee (taken out of your first regular paycheck).

Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, SDCOE employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, and being accountable for ones actions and the resulting impact.

The San Diego County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.