Outdoor Education Intern
Lorado Taft Field Campus
Northern Illinois University
DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Outdoor Education Coordinator, this
person is primarily responsible for the instruction of resident environmental
education experiences for elementary and middle school groups at Lorado Taft
Campus, Oregon, Illinois. This person
works closely with other staff to develop and deliver outdoor education
programs. This person will also be responsible for creating an educational
display for a classroom bulletin board. Training
programs include, but are not limited to, Taft Campus policies and procedures, Taft
Campus safety and risk management procedures, writing lesson plans, group
management techniques, observing seasoned educators, and co-teaching.
WORK ACTIVITIES
1. Create and deliver lessons to elementary through high school students.
2. Research relevant information regarding Taft programs in order to have
the necessary background knowledge to teach classes on topics such as ecology,
cultural history, outdoor skills, and team building.
3. Participate in training activities and weekly staff meetings (Monday
mornings and Friday afternoons).
4. Research and create a relevant, educational display for a classroom
bulletin board.
5. Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED
SKILLS
High school diploma or equivalent. Prior experience working with youth in a role
such as a camp counselor, mentor, teacher, or coach. Must possess the desire to work primarily outdoors,
in all kinds of weather conditions.
Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to represent Taft
Campus and NIU in a knowledgeable and professional manner are essential. A high degree of initiative, mature judgment,
and a strong work ethic required. A
pre-employment criminal background investigation is required.
PREFERRED SKILLS
Prior experience working in a similar environment
(outdoor/environmental education facility, summer camp, nature center)
preferred.
WORK HOURS
15-20 hours/week.
Weekly schedule varies based on the needs of the schools on site. Willing to work around class schedules. Some evenings required.
COMPENSATION
$8.50/hour. A private, furnished room is provided. Meals when the dining hall is in operation.
DATES OF EMPLOYMENT
January
3 – May 31, 2017
APPLICATION INFORMATION
To
apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Melanie Costello, Director/Outdoor
Education Coordinator, via email (melcostello@niu.edu) or via regular mail (Lorado Taft Field Campus, PO Box 299, Oregon, IL
61061.
