Hawk Mountain Sanctuary in Berks County is seeking candidates for a seasonal educator position which will last from April 1 to May 31.  Applications are due March 15.

Job Description: A support position in education supervised by the Educator Coordinator. Principal tasks include preparing and conducting education programs, and assisting in the development of education materials, programs and activities on and off site.

Work together with Education staff in conducting formal and informal education activities at the Sanctuary on a seasonal basis. Assist in modifying existing programs and in developing new programs for use on and off site. Duties include--

-- Prepare and conduct school-group programs at the Sanctuary.

-- Assist in preparing and conducting visitor programs at the Sanctuary.

-- Assist bookstore staff in fielding questions about the Sanctuary and its flora and fauna.

-- Help train education volunteers

-- Model education programs and techniques for interns and trainees

-- Maintain programs equipment and supplies.

-- Assist with development of web-based materials and activities for export nationally and internationally to other watch sites.

-- Assist in the care of Hawk Mountain’s non-releasable “education” raptors

-- Work together with the education staff to document education activities and constituents

-- Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: B.S. or higher in education or natural sciences with at least one year work experience in science or environmental education, field ornithology, ecology, or conservation science.  Solid knowledge and experience in education pedagogy, including the education of individuals of different ages and abilities, and a sufficient understanding of the objectives and needs of Hawk Mountain activities in this area.  An ability to work independently in the field classroom, and to work with others in the design and implementation of education programs, on- and off-site. Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills.

Salary: $85.00 a day. Housing option is available.

Please send cover letter, resume, and three references by email to: scheivert@hawkmountain.org. Include “seasonal educator” in the subject heading.  No phone calls please

2/18/2013