Organization Name: San Francisco Recreation and Park Department
Program: Youth Stewardship Program, a free environmental service-learning program
Duties:
- Responsible for leading and engaging 2nd - 12th grade students on thematic field trips to city parks and natural areas.
- Utilize environmental education curriculums and resources to create meaningful hands-on service learning experiences for youth outside.
- Coordinate youth experience with teachers and SF Recreation and Parks.
- Maintain relevant records for the Youth Stewardship Program.
- Participate in related community volunteer opportunities, events and meetings.
- Take initiative on special projects and work occasional flexible work schedules.
Desired Qualifications:
- Enjoy working with underserved youth in a motivational and supportive manner.
- Able to interact positively with the public and internal teammates professionally.
- Interest in the environment and working outdoors.
- Good verbal and written communication, ability to meet deadlines.
- Computer literate; MS Word, MS Excel, Internet.
- Previous related experience or background in biology, environmental studies, or other related subjects or park fields.
- Multilingual, ideally in Spanish, Mandarin, and/or Cantonese.
Required Qualifications:
- Degree from an accredited college, including 4 year university or 2 year college.
- Local residency.
- Willing to work occasional off hours and within inclement weather outside.
- California State Drivers' License with a good driving record.
Training:
- New educators will be trained on the job to join current team of interns in San Francisco natural history, youth leadership techniques, restoration skills and coordination.
- Trainings will be coordinated by the Youth Volunteer and Education Coordinator and current YSP Environmental Educators.
Time Commitment: 40 hours per week, schedule will be set upon hire (either M-F or T-S).
Start Date: Tuesday, February 26th (date flexible by a few weeks) in San Francisco, California
