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SoundWaters has an immediate opening for an Environmental Educator to teach environmental science education programs. SoundWaters mission is to protect Long Island Sound through education. We are looking for a talented Outdoor Educator to join the enthusiastic and creative team at our Coastal Center in Stamford, CT. The successful candidate will develop and implement hands-on science education and field-based programs; coordinate program logistics and maintain aquarium and laboratory. This position is a full-time, salaried position with benefits.

Responsibilities:

·         Teach environmental education programs solo and in team teaching situations

·         Assist in program coordination and promotion

·         Keep informed about current Long Island Sound and other environmental issues

·         Manage aquarium; perform maintenance and upkeep of systems

·         Perform research & monitoring activities including Horseshoe Crab migration and Diamond Back Terrapin population

·         Support the operations of the SoundWaters Center for Environmental Education, feeding aquaria, maintaining the learning lab classroom and exhibits, etc., as needed

Qualifications:

·         Degree in Education, Biology, Resources management, or environmental disciplines

·         Teaching experience required-leading outdoor and classroom educational programs and implementing age-appropriate curricula; familiarity with experiential education

·         Demonstrated teamwork and flexibility

·         Motivated, self-starter who is detail oriented; take initiative

·         Flexibility to handle competing and changing priorities;

·         Additional certifications (sailing, lifeguard, CPR, First Aid etc.) a plus

Salary: Commensurate with experience including generous benefits package.

To apply: Email or mail resume, cover letter and three references to:

Alisha Mullett (alisha@soundwaters.org)

Director of Education

P: (203) 406 – 3312

F: (203 967 – 8306