Field Experience Ambassador

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Summary/Objective: PLC Ambassadors are responsible for teaching K-12 environmental education Field Experiences. Ambassadors are expected to teach a minimum of twice a month and are required to attend staff training at the beginning of each semester. Our Field Experiences range from 2-8 hours and can be on-site or in-school. Each Field Experience utilizes a different combination of our 60+ lessons, which Ambassadors are expected to familiarize themselves with to teach effectively. PLC programs are hands-on, place-based, and geared toward helping children to develop awareness, appreciation, and stewardship for the natural world of the Cache la Poudre Watershed.

Essential Functions:

• Attend staff training events to learn the PLC’s curriculum, best practices for environmental education, behavior management techniques, and how to navigate our property.
• Use SignUp.com to sign up for programs. 2 Field Experiences are required per month (as capacity allows), but Ambassadors are welcome to sign up for as many as they would like.
• Effectively use email to view communication about programs, trainings, events, and feedback. Check email regularly and respond in a timely manner.
• Prepare for Field Experiences by studying lesson plans and background information as appropriate for the grade level visiting the PLC.
• Teach K-12 Field Experiences using PLC environmental education methods.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Required:

• Education level of high school diploma/GED or greater.
• Experience working with youth in formal or informal settings.
• Knowledge of natural and environmental sciences, including local ecosystems, Colorado flora and fauna, water resources, and pertinent environmental issues.
• Demonstrated success in building relationships with members of diverse populations.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Preferred:  

• College degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, education, or related field.
• Extensive knowledge of Colorado Academic Standards.
• Experience with reading, writing, and teaching a lesson plan.
• Familiarity with Positive Youth Development and/or Youth Participatory Action Research.
• Experience working in non-traditional education settings, particularly environmental education, outdoor education, nature centers, or pre-collegiate programs.
• Ability to communicate in another language, especially Spanish, Somali, Karenni, or Burmese.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Work Environment/ Physical Demands:

• The successful candidate must be able to perform essential functions requiring sitting, standing, stooping, walking, and communicating effectively.
• They must be able to safely operate standard hand tools, office equipment, telephones, and computers.
• Willingness to work outdoors in variable weather conditions.

Additional Qualifications:

• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, parents, and community.
• Flexibility and excellent public relations skills.
• Ability to perform all functions of the position.
• Passion for environmental education and youth development.
• Knowledge of and passion for the natural world of the Cache la Poudre River Watershed.
• Willingness to continue to learn.