Youth Environmental Education volunteer
ORGANIZATION: LandPaths
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Are you an energetic and creative person who would like to gain experience in environmental education under the mentorship of our seasoned education field specialists? This is an excellent opportunity for future teachers or anyone who might be interested in getting into the outdoor education field. This internship is offered on a part-time basis, unpaid, up to 20 hours per week, with an option of work in exchange for course credit.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS
In Our Own Back Yard (IOOBY): Our ground-breaking environmental education program started in 1999. IOOBY connects local elementary school children and teachers to open space in Sonoma County through multiple, full-day immersion field trips throughout the year.
Inspired Forward (IF): Geared towards teens and young adults, Inspired Forward grows leadership, team-building, mental resilience, ecological literacy, and stewardship skills.
In this internship, you will support our youth programs staff as they bring science curriculum to life and create connections to nature and community on field trips to open space preserves across Sonoma County. This opportunity takes place during the school year.
SKILLS NEEDED
Comfort and positive attitude about working with groups of 10-20 students in the field
Interest in environmental education / working with 2nd-6th grade students
Desire for collaborative team-oriented work environment
Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills are a plus
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION INTERNS ARE REQUIRED TO:
Volunteer weekly with either IOOBY and/or Inspired Forward
Assist LandPaths staff with the implementation of outdoor lessons and other field trip work - eventually working up to leading groups and/or activities.
Assist groups of 10-20 students with various theme day activities such as water testing, non-native plant removal, aquatic macroinvertebrate collection and scientific sketching, under the direction of LandPaths' staff and classroom teachers
Help students make and record observations
Support students with writing in the field - journals and data recording
Participate in a stewardship project
ADDITIONAL SKILLS THAT YOU MAY DEVELOP
Participate and assist in beginning of the year teacher and volunteer training in August/September
Participate in the introductory class presentations to schools
Assist in preparation for field teaching and evaluation of field experiences
Participate in the planning and implementation of the stewardship project with your school
Work with classroom teachers to expand the field experiences into the classroom
Assist in admin duties in the office, including data entry, photo curation, and e-communication design
TIME COMMITMENT
At least one day a week during the school year months from late August- early June. We will consider year internships, but preference will be given to students who can commit to the full school year. (No field days required from approximately Dec 20-Jan 5).
ADDITONAL BENEFITS
Spend time outdoors in a beautiful place, getting exercise and fresh air
Learn outdoor education, teaching and leadership skills for working with youth (group management, small and large group nature-based games, inquiry-based exploration of the natural world, and more)
Get some LandPaths schwag like t-shirts and hats
Earn school credit as arranged with your advisor
Upon successful completion of the internship, you will be awarded a certificate of completion and letter of recommendation outlining successes and skills achieved as an IOOBY and Inspired Forward intern.
1 Shift
Available spots are approximations
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Mon Jan 20, 2025
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04:15 PM to 11:15 PM PST
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FULL
Santa Rosa CA 95404 US
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About LandPaths
Location:
618 4th Street, 217, Santa Rosa, CA 95404, US
Mission Statement
Mission Our mission is to foster a love of the land in Sonoma County. Values We are committed to practicing these values, always, as we connect people with nature. Lead with Nature: Research proves that we are hardwired to respond positively to nature. Nature is enough. No bells and whistles needed. Foster Belonging: We create a welcoming and warm atmosphere that reflects our community. We ensure that the land and the people on it are treated with dignity and respect. Build Reciprocal Relationships: We collaborate with volunteers, communities, organizations, agencies, and the land. We bring together the sources, perspectives, and ideas necessary to succeed. With integrity and honesty, we practice care for the land and each other. We promote a culture of reciprocity. Cultivate Common Purpose: Through shared experiences, understanding, listening, stewardship, and place-based action, we expand what conservation looks like. Act with Courage: We respond with dynamic creativity to the changing needs of people and land. This means taking risks and bold action, and sometimes making the unpopular choice. We hope to always have the courage to fail. Nurture Joy: We are passionate about what we do, and we enjoy the camaraderie at the heart of our work. We celebrate personal and professional milestones and renew in nature with awe and humility.
Description
Mission
Our mission is to foster a love of the land in Sonoma County.
Values
We are committed to practicing these values, always, as we connect people with nature.
Lead with Nature: Research proves that we are hardwired to respond positively to nature. Nature is enough. No bells and whistles needed.
Foster Belonging: We create a welcoming and warm atmosphere that reflects our community. We ensure that the land and the people on it are treated with dignity and respect.
Build Reciprocal Relationships: We collaborate with volunteers, communities, organizations, agencies, and the land. We bring together the sources, perspectives, and ideas necessary to succeed. With integrity and honesty, we practice care for the land and each other. We promote a culture of reciprocity.
Cultivate Common Purpose: Through shared experiences, understanding, listening, stewardship, and place-based action, we expand what conservation looks like.
Act with Courage: We respond with dynamic creativity to the changing needs of people and land. This means taking risks and bold action, and sometimes making the unpopular choice. We hope to always have the courage to fail.
Nurture Joy: We are passionate about what we do, and we enjoy the camaraderie at the heart of our work. We celebrate personal and professional milestones and renew in nature with awe and humility.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
DATE POSTED
January 14, 2025
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Al least once a month