Teaching Opportunities

 

Employment Opportunities - Education Crew

 

SPRING 2013 HIRING ROUND HAS CONCLUDED, BUT APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED YEAR-ROUND.  Please scroll down for more information.

 

 

OUTREACH PRESENTER - "EXPLORING THE MARCELLUS SHALE"

(ALL CURRENT POSITIONS ARE FILLED)

Several part-time/seasonal outreach educator positions are dedicated to a traveling education program to 21 counties in western/northern PA and northern/central WV.  The program explores the basics of the Marcellus Shale activity in the area from a standpoint that addresses both challenges and opportunities.  Programs are hands-on activity-based, presentation based, or a combination of both. Requirements:

  • Background in science education or related field
  • Gregarious and skilled at presenting and public speaking
  • Ability to learn new science content and facilitate group activities and/or presentations effectively
  • Ability to move and lift equipment and supplies up to 50 pounds
  • Excellent self-management and customer service skills required
  • Consistent ability to utilize own vehicle required; mileage currently reimbursed at 55 cents per mile
  • Ability to travel and at times stay overnight in distant areas where multiple days of programs may occur

 

RiverQuest accepts applications for candidates interested in part-time seasonal employment described below on a year-round basis. When hiring rounds are held, dates are posted at this website.  For information on boat crew opportunities, click here.

 

ON-BOARD AND OFF-SITE TEACHING OPPORTUNITIES

RiverQuest has opportunities from time to time for talented, enthusiastic and adventuresome people to become a part of our a river-based teaching crew! Positions are available seasonally. Qualified individuals have a unique opportunity to teach science, math, and environmental education onboard our floating classroom. Positions, when available, are available in spring (March-June), summer (June-August), and fall (September-November). Training begins a month before each season. Teaching staff can also serve as customer service stewards, teaching crew leaders, and offsite presenters.

These are part-time positions, generally 2-5 days per week in season, 4-8 hour days.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Bachelors degree in education, science or related field
  • Knowledge in at least one of the following areas: freshwater ecosystems, water quality, navigation, aquatic life, green science and sustainability
  • Previous teaching experience in formal or non-formal setting preferred
  • Enjoy working with children and adults
  • Willingness to work in the outdoors, around water, and onboard a boat
  • Act 34/151 clearances
  • Pre-employment Drug Testing and Random Drug Testing program participation


Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to:

Education Department
RiverQuest
1501 Reedsdale Street, Suite 2001
Pittsburgh, PA 15233

Letters and resumes may be also faxed or emailed as Microsoft Word attachments.

Fax: 412-231-2880

Email: info@riverquest.org

 

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