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**** We are seeking a part-time, experienced Future Naturalist Instructor to lead our field trips and provide natural history education for students and parents. The ideal candidate will have a passion for nature, love of the outdoors, and an interest in ecology, conservation, and natural history.

Participants Will LEARN:

• Insect Life Cycle
• Physiology and dynamics of common insects
• Relationships of living organisms and their environment
• Hands on interactive nature activities
• The science of horticulture, zoology and More!

Our Future Naturalis t Instructor will explore the different categories of science related to horticulture, and zoology. The ecosystem of plants and insects: identification of common species and their functions in balancing an environment. Participate in a scavenger hunt, make a collection complete with actual species and with their drawings! **
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Experience:

• Lead trips and activities that promote nature education and provide opportunities for students to learn about the natural world.
• Provide natural history education for students and parents.
• Perform regular monitoring of the field trip site(s) to ensure they remain healthy and safe.
• Assist with maintaining the health of the surrounding land. (For example, removing trash or replacing plants as needed.)
• Maintain a clean, orderly site by cleaning up after students, maintaining a stocked supply of food and supplies, maintaining a clean vehicle, and following all safety procedures.
• Maintain communication with parents to ensure their child is learning in a way that supports their interests and needs.
• Communicate with colleagues regularly to ensure trip success. ****

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Experience leading outdoor programs including hiking, camping, kayaking, canoeing, etc. preferred.
• Experience working outdoors in all weather condition

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Schedule

• Location 1: Austin Parks & Recreation 2913 Northland Drive

• Start Date : 1/14/25

• End Date: 1/30/25

• Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays

• Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

• Days: Monday and Thursday

• Location 2 : Austin Parks & Recreation 2608 Gonzales St. Austin, TX 78702

• Start Date : 2/4/2025

• End Date: 2/20/2025

• Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays

• Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm