Education Specialist - Museum jobs in Saint Petersburg, FL

Position Title: Environmental Educator (part time)

Department: Tampa Bay Watch Estuary EDventures

Reports to: Director of Education

Location: Tampa Bay Watch Tierra Verde

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

General:

Tampa Bay Watch, Inc. is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the protection and restoration of the marine and wetland environments of the Tampa Bay estuary through scientific and educational programs. Tampa Bay Watch, Inc. is working to preserve the delicate ecological balance that exists in Tampa Bay. Tampa Bay Watch performs a variety of habitat restoration and protection activities throughout the year utilizing thousands of volunteers annually to help the bay recover from its environmental problems. Education is a vital part of Tampa Bay Watch’s mission. The Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center is a significant new addition to the education and conservation efforts of Tampa Bay Watch and is integral to the advancement of our mission.

Position Summary: The Seasonal Education Specialist facilitates and supports Estuary EDventures’ (EE) summer camps at the Tampa Bay Watch Marine Education Center located on Tierra Verde. He/she also assists in aquarium husbandry and program development. The position reports to the Director of Education.

Hours: To be considered for this position, applicants will need to be fully available for the duration of the summer camp program. From May 13 – June 7, 2024 scheduling is dependent on camp preparation and training needs. When camp is in session work schedule is M-F 8:30-4:30, starting on June 10,2024- through August 9, 2024. The week of July 1-5, 2024 is partial schedule due to holiday.

Responsibilities:

● Ensure the safety of campers within the Tampa Bay Watch Auer Marine Education Center and at other activity locations, including the 32’ USCG Inspected Classroom Vessel and kayaks

● Prepare, teach, and implement camp plans and activities in an efficient manner

● Regularly perform routine camp duties; such as setting up activity materials and equipment, breakdown, clean-up, etc.

● Understand TBW mission and our policies and procedures

● Adhere to TBW standards related to uniform, conduct, cleanliness, safety, and timeliness at all times

● Assist the “EE” team performing inventory and routine maintenance on summer camp supplies and equipment

● Monitor and appropriately correct campers’ behavior with support from the “EE” team

● Maintain familiarity with camp rosters and campers’ individual needs

● Handle live animal ambassadors in a classroom setting

● Assist the department with other duties as assigned

Education, Knowledge, and Skills Required:

● Associates , Bachelor’s degree or degree in progress with relevant work experience

● Must have prior experience working with children

● Experience with informal and/or formal education, and environmental and marine sciences

● Animal handling experience preferred, but not required

● Public speaking and audience management skills

● Proficient with PC and Microsoft software and basic scientific tools and methods

● The ability to work both indoors and outdoors in Florida’s environment, lift up to 50 lbs., and interact and engage on a high-energy level daily

Required Certifications/Courses or other Tampa Bay Watch Requirements:

• First aid and CPR/AED certifications (Potential for employer to provide)
• USCG Consortium drug testing program for boating (Employer provided)
• Level II Background Screening (Employer provided)
• Proof of health insurance

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person