Volunteers work with the middle school residential education program known as the Schoodic Education Adventure program (SEA), Day Program field trips from local schools and general Public Interpretation Programming. Additional duties as assigned include assisting with group meetings and general interpretive roving. The bulk of the volunteer education program works with the SEA program, which offers a curriculum-based residential education program for 5th through 8th grade students. The three and four-day programs combine hands-on field experiences with some classroom activities. Students are introduced to the concept of stewardship and explore the relationship between preserving public lands and monitoring their resources. With a strong environmental education curriculum based in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) students participate in field-based activities. The Schoodic District offers public programming focusing on the natural and cultural history of Acadia National Park. Interns assist with evening campground programs and hikes, leading interpretive table talks, developing children’s activities, and roving.
Major Duties
· Working with the middle school residential education program known as the Schoodic Education Adventure Program (SEA), Day Program field trips from local schools and general Public Interpretation Programming.
· Leading interpretive table talks.
· Developing and delivering children’s activities.
· Roving - contacting park visitors and providing informal interpretation.
· Program research, creating props and new activity development.
· Data entry.
· Assisting with auxiliary programs.
· Assisting with meal duty in the cafeteria.
Requirements
• Working 32 hours per 4/5-day work week. Schedules occasionally include working weekends and shifts vary.
• Must participate in pre-program training, work as a member of an education team, and attend weekly staff development/logistical meetings.
• Lead morning, afternoon, and evening programs. Volunteers are not responsible for students after the conclusion of evening programs but may be on call to assist in the event of an emergency. Supervisory duties are shared at all times with the student’s teachers.
• Contribute to all aspects of the operation of the Education District through other duties as assigned.
• Positively represent the National Park Service as a member of the education staff.
Knowledge and Skills Required
• Experience leading or teaching youth.
•Basic knowledge of park resources and services.
•Capable of dealing with stressful situations in a professional manner.
Physical Demands
Moderate physical effort is required for this position. There will be some lifting and moving of programming supplies on a regular basis, frequent walking on uneven trails and a rocky coastline. In addition, to the energy needed to present regular programming to youth.
Work Environment
Much of the programming presented to youth is done outside in the park. There will be some time indoors planning and presenting during inclement weather or in the evenings.
Start Date - 2025-04-21
End Date - 2025-06-08
Activities include: Conservation Education;General Assistance;Tour Guide/Interpretation;Visitor Information
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