April 24, 2023 to September 29, 2023

Site

Kenai Fjords National Park

Position ID

PO-00729356

Were you ever inspired by a naturalist you met as a child? Now its your turn to be that inspiration for today’s youth. This position entails working with several education staff to introduce Alaskan school students to the Kenai Fjords National Park. Early and late season duties include working in classrooms and in the field at Exit Glacier and at a marine intertidal area with students. Summer season involves programming with elder hostels and youth groups (Girls Scouts, Boy Scouts, Youth Conservation Corps,Teen Youth Center, Science and Art Camp, Adventure Hiking Club, 4-H and summer school) as well as giving programs to visiting public. Candidates will also work with a group of local teens to mentor them in National Park Service Youth Conservation Corps programs.For the candidate that is motivated and enthusiastic about education there is an opportunity to build a program or two from scratch. Bring your expertise and we’ll provide interested students and friendly, inspired co-workers.Qualified applicants will be contacted for interviews beginning the week of January 30th 2022. Compensation benefits

• $350 – weekly living allowance
• $1,300 – one time RT travel allowance,
• Housing provided
• AmeriCorps eligible – $3247 education award
• All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes *For SCA’s COVID-19 guidance, please refer towww.thesca.org/covid
• Location Description

The Kenai Fjords National Park is located in the heart of a wilderness paradise.

• Training Provided

The Education Assistant will hit the ground running with the first couple of weeks of watching and assisting in programs. In May, 5-10 days of interpretive training will be provided.

• Educational/Recreational Opportunities

Abundant opportunities for hiking, snow shoeing, skiing, fishing, camping and surfing??? yes surfing, exist outside your backdoor.

• Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Main Area of Focus

Education and Interpretation

Education, Training & Skills Expected

Biology

some coursework or experience

Communications

degree minor or extensive experience

Education

degree minor or extensive experience

Earth Sciences

degree minor or extensive experience

Leadership Experience

competent with supervision

Community Engagement

competent with supervision

Public Speaking

competent with supervision

Writing/Publishing

competent with supervision

Working with Children

competent without supervision

Further Details

AmeriCorps Eligible

Eligible

Driving Logistics

Valid Drivers License Needed

Indoor/Outdoor

Indoor

US Citizenship