Lead Naturalist Educator

Lead Naturalist Educator

The Lead Naturalist Educator, an AmeriCorps member, will be an essential member of the team for this young non-profit organization. This person will primarily implement and help lead the Student Stewards Program.

The Student Stewards Program uses public parks within walking distance of under-served schools as learning laboratories. Students engage in hands-on citizen science research with a goal of improved academic engagement and better preparation for educational success. This will include teaching a three part class to underserved schools, developing and maintaining relationships with Washoe County schools administration and teachers, and developing and writing curriculum.

This AmeriCorps member will also develop and implement the Student Stewards Spring and Summer Camps, a STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) camp for economically disadvantaged students. In addition, members will have the opportunity to develop educational programming to be implemented at a future nature study area currently in the planning phase. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here.

Member Duties : Primary Responsibilities: Facilitate the Student Stewards Program; Train new members on various modules; Develop and implement ongoing training schedule for teaching techniques; Write new and enhance current STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) curriculum using Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards; Develop and maintain partnerships with school administrators and teachers; Organize and lead STEAM and recreational camp programming for the Student Stewards Summer Camp and school break camps; Facilitate other interpretative programs such as Truckee Meadows Trails Challenge and Discover Your Parks walks; Create new adult education programs and events; Develop educational programming to be implemented at a future nature study area currently in the planning phase.

Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible , Health Coverage , Education award upon successful completion of service , Training .

Terms :

Uniforms provided and required , Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended .

Service Areas :

Education .

Skills :

Teaching/Tutoring , Team Work , Environment , Communications , Youth Development , Leadership , Conflict Resolution , Education .