Employment Opportunities
Field Science Education Assistant
Summary
The field science education assistant position at Olympic Park Institute (OPI) is designed as an introductory educator position for those wishing to increase their experience in the field of environmental education and obtain full-time employment as a field science educator. Education assistants are expected to build the competencies required to excel at the role of field science educator. This is a full time position reporting to the education director. The education assistant's seasons are February - April working as assistant and April - June working as educator. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Observe field science educators in the field and eventually co-instruct
- Partake in training and experiences necessary to prepare for the role of field science educator
- Act as support staff on the OPI campus
- Develop an educational project with the education coordinator for staff development
- Act in a responsible and respectful manner towards all OPI program participants, partner, staff, and the public
- Take part in staff meetings, educational meetings and trainings, as assigned
- Will perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from 4-year college or university and 1 -2 years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Current Wilderness First Aid and Heartsaver CPR certifications
- Experience teaching in the outdoors
- Ability to implement and model excellent risk management practices and maintain a safe environment for our students and visitors
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings
Application Process
Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a high priority at Yosemite National Institutes. Interested applicants should download:
- Application (Word document)
- Additional application materials (Read directions on application before filling out these additional materials.)
- Reference form (Word document)
Return these completed materials via mail, fax, or email to
Education Director
Olympic Park Institute
Fax (360) 928-3046
opi-fse-search@yni.org
