Educator

Join a dynamic group of naturalist educators for spring break in April and summer camp programs launching June 11. Camps operate in Northeast Los Angeles and West Los Angeles. Explorers are between 5- 14. HAWKs KIDS educator candidates have experience working with children and/or outdoors. They enjoy sharing knowledge about the environment, ecology and other sciences that teach and inspire our explorers. Based on experience, the hourly rate is approximately $25. Interested applicants send resume to [email protected] 

Qualifications:

• Degree in earth science, environmental science, botany or education
• Environmental conservation, ecology, biology or other background that lends itself to nature-based teaching
• Imaginative and intutive educator who can share knowledge in a way that children relate and engage with nature and fall in love with the outdoors
• Ability to identify the group’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical needs during hikes and programming
• Ability to lift and carry 40 pounds 
• Ability to hike 5-8 miles with a day backpack that carries a water bladder and other neccesities. 
• Fluency in California native plants and native animals
• Have reliable transportation
• Punctual 
• Current CPR certification for children and adults
• Experience leading nature games, songs and activities
• NOLS Wilderness First Aid a plus
• Experience driving a 15-seat passenger van

Responsibilities

• Educators lead a group of 14 explorers with a co-educator on hikes and other nature activities.
• The person will teach nature-based lessons
• They will lead nature based games, songs and activities steeped in the love for the outdoors
• Teach trail safety and no trace behind philosophy
• Educators will be responsible for the safety and well-being of students during their time with HAWKs KIDS
• Communicate with parents prior and after programming
• Diffuse encounters between students that is not respectful or appropriate 
• Ensure the safety of the group as they hike across streams, encounter wildlife and make their way along the trails

HAWKs KIDS is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.  This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.