SUMMER 2024 CO-OP: Wildlife Conservation Program Assistant
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Deadline:
March 15, 2024 at 11:59 pm
Dates: June 3rd – August 31st (13 weeks)
Hours: ~420
Pay: $19/hour
Student Major Preference: Science, Environmental & Sustainability Studies, Community Development
Role Description:
The Wildlife Conservation Program Assistant will support Terranaut Club’s summer STEM exploration and environmental education programs for girls+ (girls and under-represented genders) ages 9-18 in Nova Scotia. The candidate will primarily work alongside the Wildlife Conservation Program Lead to develop, lead, and support hands-on STEM and environmental education activities for 6 overnight wildlife conservation summer programs. The candidate will also be expected to support 3 overnight marine biology summer programs. Candidates will assist in the delivery of 9 total summer programs, which includes leading and supporting activities, supervising participants, mentoring participants about what it’s like to study STEM subjects at the post-secondary level, preparing materials and gear for programs, creating social media content and organizing program media, and generally ensuring the successful delivery of programs.
The Program Assistant will be responsible for:
- Developing, leading, and supporting hands-on STEM and environmental education activities for existing wildlife conservation programs at 3 age ranges (9-12, 12-15, 15-18)
- Assisting in the delivery of summer programs
- Managing gear and ensuring equipment and technology are in working order
- Mentoring participants about what it’s like to study STEM and environmental subjects at the post-secondary level and pursue careers in STEM and the environment
- Assisting with developing social media content and organizing program media
- Assisting with compiling “follow-up packs” that are sent to participants following the programs
- The Program Assistant will be required to complete trainings paid for by Terranaut Club, including a Wildlife First Aid course, Food Handlers and Safety Certificate, and other organizational trainings
Anticipated Learning Outcomes:
- How to develop adaptable hands-on STEM and environmental education activities, broadly focused on wildlife conservation in Nova Scotia
- How to lead educational activities for youth of varying ages, backgrounds, interests, and learning styles, including classroom management techniques
- How to create a supportive learning environment for children and youth and manage conflicts
- How to plan and run summer programs/events for children and youth, including developing organizational and problem-solving skills
- How to produce visually appealing, educational, and concise social media content
Send resume and cover letter to: terranautclub@gmail.com