Community Program Educator Position Description

Quick Facts
Position Dates
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October - August (10 months)
Position Type
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Full-time, temporary
Compensation
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$500/week living stipend
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AmeriCorps Education Award that may be used towards tuition or qualified student loans
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Opportunity for student loan forbearance
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Professional development
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Make a difference in the community
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Be a part of a dedicated service team
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Optional health insurance
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Optional child care
Overview
The Community Program Educator will assist with all aspects of Community Program planning, design, promotion, teaching and evaluation. Interact with the public as a community resource. Collaborate with community partners and assist in volunteer recruitment and management. The Community Program Educator AmeriCorps member will gain educator skills while exploring career options.
Responsibilities
Programming
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Assist with planning, scheduling, teaching, and general supervision of existing programs for all ages of community members
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Work with community partners on collaborative programs
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Design and implement new programs for different age groups
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Teach programs with live education animals
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Represent WisCorps at community booths and events
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Complete program and event evaluations
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Keep detailed records of program types and attendance numbers for grant purposes
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Use general budgetary and financial policies and procedure to assess feasibility of programs and events
Program Marketing
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Assist in designing and creating publicity for community programs and events
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Assist in distribution of publicity for upcoming events, programs, and volunteer opportunities
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Assist with website and social media to promote programs and events
Volunteer Recruitment and Management
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Assist with recruitment, training, and evaluation of nonpaid, non-AmeriCorps volunteers
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Assist with scheduling and supervision of volunteers
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Make sure appropriate records of volunteer hours are kept
Myrick Park Center Operations
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Interact with the public as a community resource during open hours, sharing your knowledge, experience, and insight about the Myrick Park Center and surrounding natural areas
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Engage visitors to meet their needs, interests, or curiosity about the Center and advance the Center’s Mission
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Conduct tours of the Myrick Park Center
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Assist with facility-related needs for community programs and nature center operations
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Ensure Myrick Park Center and Community Program policies and safety procedures are followed
Capstone Project
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Members develop or select a project beyond the normal scope of their responsibilities to enhance their service experience and to leave a lasting contribution within their program area, the department, or the organization.
Qualifications
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Teaching or community program experience, a plus
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Experience with community partnership and collaboration, a plus
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Experience in outdoor recreation, a plus
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Comfortable with learning how to care for and handle live education animals including amphibians, reptiles, small mammals, birds and invertebrates
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Willing to learn and implement teaching strategies for diversity, equity and inclusion
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At least 18 years of age
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Passionate about environmental causes and being a part of the community surrounding environmental service
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Willingness to learn various conservation practices or land management techniques
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Dependable; able to fulfill commitment to term of service
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Prepared to undergo a criminal background check