Director of Humane Education

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Position Overview

The #1 goal of HUMANE ACTION Pittsburgh is to educate the Pittsburgh region on how to prevent and relieve animal suffering by taking meaningful action. The HAP Director of Humane Education (DHE) will focus on reaching young people in high school and university classrooms as a Humane Educator. Our audience ranges in size from small groups to school-wide assemblies.

Purpose of the Position

• Develop relationships with schools and universities
• Inspire the next generation to appreciate and protect animals
• Demonstrate why personal responsibility is required from all of us to end speciesism

Duties and Responsibilities

• Grow a team of HAP Humane Educators
• Facilitate and create speaking opportunities with local institutions
• Reach every high school and university in Pittsburgh area
• Assist with recruiting, instructing, and assessing members of the HAP Youth Steering Committee
• Provide an overview of expectations to teachers or leaders in advance of the presentation
• Respect school security policies
• Develop and present curriculum related to animal and environmental welfare
• Ability to present yourself in a friendly, professional and non-partisan manner
• Be timely, arrive early, allow for Q&A, and end on time
• Provide your own transportation
• Obtain honorarium for HAP when appropriate and provide tax forms to the institution
• Respond to HAP leadership emails and calls within 48 hours
• Be prepared and on-time for meetings and events
• Share and support HAP’s mission and core values; adhere to HAP’s policies
• Other duties as needed

Skills and Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal
• Ability to do independent research
• Basic computer literacy
• Availability during school hours
• Ability to operate technology associated with presentations
• Ability to energize and motivate students and volunteer team
• Self-motivated
• Ability to work independently, follow instructions, and meet deadlines
• Working knowledge of Google Drive and Trello, or a willingness to learn

Clearances

Volunteer will be required to get all necessary clearances; HAP will cover the cost.

Training Requirements

Training on HAP’s core values, mission, and policies, including orientation on existing educational materials.

Time Commitment Required

3 - 5 hours per week

Availability to present during school hours

Monthly one-hour, virtual HAP leadership meetings

Location

On-site in classrooms in the Pittsburgh region

Since the pandemic, most internal HAP meetings take place via Zoom. However, occasional in person meetings may be required.

Dress Code

• Professional dress required for professional meetings and presentations. If attending an informal event on behalf of HAP, we ask the volunteer to purchase a HAP T-shirt for $7.

Benefits to the Volunteer

• Know that you are key to making a difference in the betterment of animals by educating the next generation on the importance of protecting animals
• Take your passion for animal protection and put it into action
• Experience the joy of giving young people the skills they need and desire to be a effective advocate
• Be a valued HAP team member
• Build your volunteer resume and develop excellent communication skills

Supervisor

Natalie Ahwesh, Executive Director

Shannon Dickerson, Director of Operations

What Volunteers Can Expect From HAP

• Support of HAP leadership and members
• Respect and appreciation for your contribution and input