Education Volunteer

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Main Goals for Position:

Volunteers work with Whiskeytown National Recreation Area’s Interpretation and Education team to provide curriculum-based programming for K-12 students.

Major Duties:

· Volunteering up to 10 hours a week, usually on weekday mornings though schedules vary

· Supporting students’ safety during programs by keeping them on trail and following program instructions

· Leading sections of field trip programming with necessary training and preparation

· Assist Education staff in developing and improving materials and content for education programming

· Keeping students engaged and interested in field trip content

· Positively represent the National Park Service as a member of our education team

Knowledge and Skills Required:

· Experience leading or teaching students.

· 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 and frequent walking on uneven trails.

Work Environment:

Various outdoor settings in Whiskeytown National Recreation area. Volunteers should be prepared to conducting programming in a range of weather including cold rain and high heat.

No housing provided for this position.

Start Date - 2025-03-17

End Date - 2025-11-30