Environmental Education Fellow: Sandstone, MN

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Agency

Osprey Wilds Environmental Learning Center

Location

54165 Audubon Drive, Sandstone, MN 5502

Job Category

Temporary/Seasonal Positions

Salary

See Job Description

Start Date

08/22/2022

Last Date to Apply

02/14/2022

Website

https://ospreywilds.org/aboutus/work/fellowship/

Description

Osprey Wilds Environmental Learning Center is a private, 501(c)(3) non-profit residential education center near Sandstone, MN that provides outdoor educational opportunities to a diverse audience in an intimate setting. Our Leadership Program is committed to developing the talents of emerging leaders in environmental education through on-the-job experience, mentorship, on-site training seminars, and professional development at conferences and off-site training. Spend your first year learning the ins-and-outs of residential environmental education through hands-on experiences and through our extensive professional development program. During your second year, develop your leadership skills as a Mentor Educator for our team of instructors and receive tailored training in a self-selected focus area. We hope you join our dedicated and passionate education team in our effort to serve Minnesotans during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond! Year 1 Responsibilities: -Teach ecology, wildlife, adventure, and cultural classes to large and small groups of all ages, including evening and weekend programming, both virtually and on-site where appropriate. -Plan and lead Summer Camp programming and free-time activities, whether virtual or onsite -Overnight counseling may be required for overnight camps and college groups. -Serve as the primary Center representative and host to visiting conference and retreat groups. This includes being on-call for overnight visitors -Attend weekly staff meetings and regular training throughout the year -Provide basic husbandry for our animal ambassadors, including raptors, corvids, mammals, fish, invertebrates, and herps. This includes meal preparation requiring the cutting up and skinning of prey animals. -Complete other self-directed projects, or projects/tasks as assigned Year 2 Responsibilities: -Continue with Year 1 Responsibilities -Mentor new educators in teaching, outdoor adventure, and animal husbandry skills -Complete Specific Focus area tasks: --Events and Programming Lead (1 Position Available): ---Serve as Assistant Camp Director for youth summer camps ---Coordinate special programming such as Homeschool Camp, Winter Family Camp, Maple Syrup Day, and other community events ---Learn to develop, pilot, and assess inquiry-based curricula ---Lead education staff on curriculum development projects ---Attend an overnight, off-site conference on Environmental Education or other comparable training/ conference experience ---Work with the Education Director on area specific projects --Adventure Lead (1 Position Available): ---Assist on group trainings related to adventure equipment, adventure classes, basic first aid, emergency procedures and radio protocol ---Maintain all adventure equipment according to industry standards ---Maintain accurate inventories for all adventure equipment ---Assist with the assessment and implementation of risk management protocols ---Lead off-site and Community College adventure programming such as multi-day canoe trips, camping, advanced orienteering, and outdoor recreation ---Obtain certification in Challenge Course operation or other comparable training/ conference experience ---Work with the Fellowship Coordinator on area specific projects --Wildlife Lead (1 Position Available): ---Assist in overseeing daily husbandry and barn operations ---Be primary caretaker of 1 - 2 animals ---Continue to learn and improve your personal animal training techniques ---Assist in training new education staff on wildlife programming ---Assist with animal assessments and maintenance projects. ---Be a lead educator for wildlife outreach programming ---Learn and assist in documentation required for maintaining our wildlife program ---Attend a week-long training at the U of M Raptor Center or other comparable training/ conference experience. ---Work with the Wildlife Coordinator on area specific projects Benefits: -Work outside in a beautiful setting: 780 acres with coniferous and mixed hardwood forest, creek, prairie, and wetland areas, as well as a lake with a beach adjacent to the staff house. -2 years of training in pedagogy, curriculum development, and environmental education theory -National Association for Interpretation Certified Interpretive Guide training -One-on-one mentorship by professionals in the field -Broad natural history and animal husbandry training -Hundreds of hours of teaching experience with groups of diverse ages and backgrounds -Private room in on-site Staff House, and meals during the work week/when groups are present -Eight days off each month, plus 10 additional days of paid sick leave/PTO -YEAR 1 COMPENSATION: $400/month stipend, room & board, + 8 Paid Graduate Credits through Hamline University towards a masters degree in Natural Science and Environmental Education ($3,000 value) -YEAR 2 COMPENSATION: $540/month stipend, room & board, + Paid off-site training/conference attendance (focus-area specific, see above) Position Dates: This fellowship begins August 22th, 2022, and ends on August 9th, 2024 There are 3 positions available. Applications will be accepted until February 14th, 2022 and further applications will be considered until positions are filled.

Qualifications

-BA or BS in a related field, or equivalent work experience/ training -21 years of age or older at the time of employment -Ability to commit to a 2-year fellowship, from August 2022- August 2024, and live on site in communal housing -Are COVID-19 vaccinated or is willing to become vaccinated -Commitment to pursuing a career in environmental education -Dedication to working with learners of all ages, particularly elementary and middle school students -Interest and experience in outdoor activities including, but not limited to: camping, canoeing, backpacking, climbing, hiking, etc. -Experience with, and enthusiasm for, summer youth camps and community programming -Experience in working with or teaching members of underserved communities -Interest and enthusiasm for working with and caring for our animal ambassadors -Must be open-minded, self-directed, and enthusiastic--excited to learn and try new things! -Ability to lift heavy equipment, such as a canoe, hike long distances, and work outside in all weather conditions -Ability to lead and participate in our climbing wall and high ropes course (max height: 40 ft.) -Conversational speaking ability in: Spanish, Somali, or Hmong is a plus! -Committed to being a leader/mentor to students and colleagues--previous leadership experience is a plus! -Valid First-aid/CPR/AED certification is a plus! To apply, please send your cover letter, resume, three references to: Ashley Bozman, Fellowship Coordinator, Osprey Wilds Environmental Learning Center [email protected] |(320) 245-2648 ext. 111 | www.ospreywilds.org

Contact Person

Ashley Bozman

Contact Phone

3202452648111

Contact eMail

[email protected]

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