Afterschool Program Intern
ORGANIZATION: Irvine Nature Center
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Organization Description:
Irvine Nature Center is a non-profit educational organization that offers programs of environmental studies and natural science to children and adults of the greater Baltimore area. Our mission is to educate and inspire current and future generations to explore, respect and protect nature.
Program Description:
This internship is UNPAID, but eligible for academic or course credit if approved by your educational institution Irvine Nature Center is seeking a creative, enthusiastic, and organized intern to prepare for and assist in hands-on, outdoor environmental education programs for school-aged children at area elementary schools. Under the direction of the program instructor, this position will help to plan and implement enrichment activities, recreational activities, and behavioral management with students in these programs. All programs take place at schools within 25 miles of Irvine Nature Center.
Qualifications:
- Applicants must be interested in natural sciences, environmental and science education, outdoor recreation, or related fields
- Work experience with children
- Strong interest in the environment and natural history
- Enthusiasm and curiosity about the natural world
- Strong interest in education
- Excellent communication skills
- Familiarity with (or enthusiasm to learn) a variety of environmental education activities
- Positive attitude and professional demeanor
- Your own transportation
Majors
Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Outdoor/Environmental Education, Human Services, Natural Sciences, Social Work, Psychology, or other related fields also considered.
Hours:
- Must have availability between 2:00-6:00 p.m.
- Must have Monday-Friday availability
- Between 5 - 10 hours/week
To Apply:Please fill out the Volunteer Application on our website at https://www.explorenature.org/get-involved/volunteer/ before sending your resume and three references to our Volunteer Coordinator, Maggie Winkler, at WinklerM@ExploreNature.org.
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About Irvine Nature Center
Location:
11201 GARRISON FOREST RD, OWINGS MILLS, MD 21117, US
Mission Statement
We all thrive outdoors. We encourage lifelong engagement with the natural world through environmental learning and green living. At Irvine, we inspire people to explore, respect, and protect nature.
Description
Irvine Nature Center is a private, non-profit nature center located in Owings Mills, Maryland. We have 211 acres of woodlands, wetlands, and meadows that support a diverse population of wildlife. We provide more than 800 environmental education programs annually to roughly 95,000 individuals of all ages. Our goal is to expose people to the importance of environmental literacy and show those visiting our property the importance of environmental stewardship. We aim to teach a concern for the planet that translates into actions that help preserve our ecosystem and create a healthier planet!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Irvine Nature Center11201 Garrison Forest RoadOwings Mills, MD 21117
DATE POSTED
December 20, 2022
SKILLS
- Math / Science Instruction
- Environmental Education
- Environmental Science
- Outdoor Recreation
- STEM
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Between 5 - 10 hours/week
- All volunteers must fill out our waivers and will be subject to background checks.