Employment Opportunities
The positions below are the current job openings available at the NRT. Specific details and requirements for each position, as well as application information, are included below. Please read all application instructions and job requirements for each position before applying.
Part Time YEar ROUND Environmental Educator
NRT of Easton is seeking a creative part-time, year round environmental educator with a passion for educating children and families about the natural world, wildlife, and the environment. Teach environmental science programs in a beautiful location, utilizing the features of the NRT’s Sheep Pasture property. Design and implement environmental education programs for preschoolers, students, scouts, families and adults while working with other professionals to support the local community and the environment.
Responsibilities for the position include, but are not limited to:
B.A. or B.S. required, preferably with a major or concentration in environmental education, environmental interpretation, biology, earth science, natural resources management, environmental studies, education, or a similar course of studies; A.S. degree or two years completed toward B.A./ B.S. degree above with significant professional experience in environmental education may be considered. Familiarity with program development preferred; experience teaching in informal settings is required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills across multiple formats. Knowledge of local wildlife and natural history desired or willingness and ability to learn about the same. Technology skills required for this position and include Word, Excel, Google suite, as well as social media, cloud-based web management; graphics/editing also strongly desired. Knowledge and experience working with farm animals a plus. Must have a clean Massachusetts driving record and reliable personal transportation. Occasional local travel (within 30-40 minutes or less of office) required to implement programs.
Some flexibility available in the schedule for this position. In late spring/summer, full days are required at least Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays, with some flexibility with start and end times and other work days. In fall/ winter, schedule is more flexible, but requires availability at our office during weekdays. Work at home is not available for this position. Number of assigned hours varies seasonally, highest in spring through mid-fall. Some weekend or evening shifts occasionally required for programs, events, or other Trust activities.
Physically, must be able to lead educational walks on unimproved trails in all seasons, lift up to 40 pounds occasionally, and work outdoors in all weather conditions. Must be comfortable leading groups of children and/or adults in outdoor learning spaces, woods, and fields. Employment requires completion of acceptable CORI/SORI. This is a part-time, year-round position. Benefits outside of required MA leave are not provided for this position. Hourly salary dependent upon experience.
Application process:
Please provide cover letter; pre-employment application (available below); resume; transcripts (unofficial is acceptable); and name, professional relationship/business, and contact information for three professional references to:
Attn: Jen Cummings, Executive Director
NRT of Easton/ PT Educator
PO Box 188
Easton, MA 02356
Materials can be submitted electronically to jcummings.nrt[at]gmail[dot]com. Please indicate 2019 PT Educator Application in subject line; files should be labeled with applicant’s last name and document type (ex. Smith-resume). Incomplete application materials will not be considered for the position.
Applications accepted on a rolling basis and will be reviewed starting March 12, 2019 until position is filled. Due to the volume of applications, only applicants who are chosen to participate in the interview process for the position will be contacted; no phone calls, please. On site interviews will be required for selected candidates. Visit the NRT website at www.nrtofeaston.org for more information about the organization and its programs.
Responsibilities for the position include, but are not limited to:
- Development and presentation of environmental education programs to pre-k children and school age children;
- Assist with planning, preparation and execution of outreach, events, and community programs on behalf of the Trust for children and adult;
- PR for events, classes, and programs for the Trust using traditional and social media outlets
- Assist with the management of social media accounts, blogs, web presence, and other outreach for the organization;
- Assist in the care of education animals, farm animals as needed;
- Assist and support other staff with programs, events, grant writing, and any other Trust operations as needed
B.A. or B.S. required, preferably with a major or concentration in environmental education, environmental interpretation, biology, earth science, natural resources management, environmental studies, education, or a similar course of studies; A.S. degree or two years completed toward B.A./ B.S. degree above with significant professional experience in environmental education may be considered. Familiarity with program development preferred; experience teaching in informal settings is required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills across multiple formats. Knowledge of local wildlife and natural history desired or willingness and ability to learn about the same. Technology skills required for this position and include Word, Excel, Google suite, as well as social media, cloud-based web management; graphics/editing also strongly desired. Knowledge and experience working with farm animals a plus. Must have a clean Massachusetts driving record and reliable personal transportation. Occasional local travel (within 30-40 minutes or less of office) required to implement programs.
Some flexibility available in the schedule for this position. In late spring/summer, full days are required at least Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays, with some flexibility with start and end times and other work days. In fall/ winter, schedule is more flexible, but requires availability at our office during weekdays. Work at home is not available for this position. Number of assigned hours varies seasonally, highest in spring through mid-fall. Some weekend or evening shifts occasionally required for programs, events, or other Trust activities.
Physically, must be able to lead educational walks on unimproved trails in all seasons, lift up to 40 pounds occasionally, and work outdoors in all weather conditions. Must be comfortable leading groups of children and/or adults in outdoor learning spaces, woods, and fields. Employment requires completion of acceptable CORI/SORI. This is a part-time, year-round position. Benefits outside of required MA leave are not provided for this position. Hourly salary dependent upon experience.
Application process:
Please provide cover letter; pre-employment application (available below); resume; transcripts (unofficial is acceptable); and name, professional relationship/business, and contact information for three professional references to:
Attn: Jen Cummings, Executive Director
NRT of Easton/ PT Educator
PO Box 188
Easton, MA 02356
Materials can be submitted electronically to jcummings.nrt[at]gmail[dot]com. Please indicate 2019 PT Educator Application in subject line; files should be labeled with applicant’s last name and document type (ex. Smith-resume). Incomplete application materials will not be considered for the position.
Applications accepted on a rolling basis and will be reviewed starting March 12, 2019 until position is filled. Due to the volume of applications, only applicants who are chosen to participate in the interview process for the position will be contacted; no phone calls, please. On site interviews will be required for selected candidates. Visit the NRT website at www.nrtofeaston.org for more information about the organization and its programs.
2019 Summer Camp Counselor Positions for Sheep Pasture Nature Camp and Leadership Youth Program
Please read complete job posting, including application directions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
The NRT of Easton is now accepting applications for potential openings for nature camp counselors for the 2019 camp season*. Counselors must be 18 years of age or older and be available all weeks of camp, including staff orientation week. Applicants are responsible for having valid CPR certification at time of camp, as well as proof of all required immunizations. Counselors must have previous child care or education experience to be considered.
* Please note, applications are being accepted for anticipated positions for the 2019 season, and do not guarantee availability of seasonal employment openings. Applicants' information will be kept on file until all seasonal positions are identified and filled. Applicants will only be contacted if they are selected for the interview process. No phone calls or emails regarding application status, please.
Program dates required:
Counselor orientation week June 17-21, with camp open house on the 21st from 4-6 pm. Regular orientation and camp staff hours are 8 am - 4 pm, Monday through Friday. The hours for 6/21 will be 10 am - 6 pm to accommodate the camp open house schedule.
SPNC and LY programs run from 6/24 through 8/16. Counselors will work at least 8 weeks during the summer, including orientation week, and scheduled weeks will vary depending on camp enrollment needs.
How to apply: Download and complete NRT pre-employment application below. Please forward completed application, cover letter, resume, and the name, address, phone, and contact email of 3 professional/educational references to:
J. Cummings, Director
NRT of Easton
PO Box 188
North Easton, MA 02356
or
attach all documents to one email, subject line "2019 SPNC Applicant" and send to jcummings.nrt[at]gmail[dot]com.
Review of application materials will begin after March 25, 2019 and will continue until seasonal positions are filled. Applications received after review begins will be considered on a rolling basis, if positions remain unfilled. Incomplete application materials will not be considered.
The NRT of Easton is now accepting applications for potential openings for nature camp counselors for the 2019 camp season*. Counselors must be 18 years of age or older and be available all weeks of camp, including staff orientation week. Applicants are responsible for having valid CPR certification at time of camp, as well as proof of all required immunizations. Counselors must have previous child care or education experience to be considered.
* Please note, applications are being accepted for anticipated positions for the 2019 season, and do not guarantee availability of seasonal employment openings. Applicants' information will be kept on file until all seasonal positions are identified and filled. Applicants will only be contacted if they are selected for the interview process. No phone calls or emails regarding application status, please.
Program dates required:
Counselor orientation week June 17-21, with camp open house on the 21st from 4-6 pm. Regular orientation and camp staff hours are 8 am - 4 pm, Monday through Friday. The hours for 6/21 will be 10 am - 6 pm to accommodate the camp open house schedule.
SPNC and LY programs run from 6/24 through 8/16. Counselors will work at least 8 weeks during the summer, including orientation week, and scheduled weeks will vary depending on camp enrollment needs.
How to apply: Download and complete NRT pre-employment application below. Please forward completed application, cover letter, resume, and the name, address, phone, and contact email of 3 professional/educational references to:
J. Cummings, Director
NRT of Easton
PO Box 188
North Easton, MA 02356
or
attach all documents to one email, subject line "2019 SPNC Applicant" and send to jcummings.nrt[at]gmail[dot]com.
Review of application materials will begin after March 25, 2019 and will continue until seasonal positions are filled. Applications received after review begins will be considered on a rolling basis, if positions remain unfilled. Incomplete application materials will not be considered.
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