Job Opportunity at the ABQ BioPark: Camp Teacher
All hired summer teachers must attend training in April or May (date to be announced) and be available for work from the week of June 2-27 and July 7-25. Both full and part time positions are available.
Requirements:
The minimum education and experience requirements are a high school diploma plus at least two years of major coursework in science, education, or a related field, and 3-6 months teaching experience, formal or informal, preferably in the sciences. Related education and experience may be interchangeable on a year-for-year basis. All applicants must pass a background check.
The individuals selected as the Camp BioPark Teachers will:
- Conduct one or more of 15 different week-long day camps for grades K-1, 2-3, 4-6, or 7-9. See our Camp BioPark page for a complete list of classes. Camps consist of 10-12 campers.
- Develop and implement lesson plans and activities for the assigned class
- Promote conservation through experiential learning utilizing the BioPark’s facilities
- Maintain a safe learning environment
- Engage each child in an active, inquiry based, child-centered atmosphere
- Supervise volunteers assigned to assist with each Camp BioPark classes
- Communicate effectively with BioPark staff, campers, and parents/guardians of campers
- Perform general administrative tasks associated with Camp BioPark
Work schedule:
Monday-Friday; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for full-day camps or 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for half-day camps. Camp offerings vary each week. See the full schedule on the website linked above.
Pay rate:
$16 per hour; hours per week varies with assignment.
To apply:
Send resume, cover letter, and two references to Tori Fox, Science Education Curator at [email protected]
Application Deadline:
Open until positions are filled
For more information, please email [email protected] or call 505-764-6247