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Position Summary

SCA Urban Tree House provides free and memorable environmental education programs for Atlanta urban youth (K-12). It gives Atlanta youth the opportunity to have fun experiences in nature, become aware of their relationship with the environment, and participate in hands-on conservation projects. Urban Tree House programming takes place after and during school hours, in the classroom, and outside in parks/greenspaces near the school. The program supports the belief that increased community awareness and appreciation of the local ecosystem will create a stronger, cleaner, healthier, and more beautiful world. When students are given the knowledge they need to make informed decisions and act in conscientious ways, they can make lasting positive impacts on their local environment and become lifetime stewards of their communities.


Schedule

September 23, 2024 - December 20, 2024


Key Duties and Responsibilities

Facilitate outdoor environmental education, climate resilience, and culturally relevant activities and games with hundreds of urban youth K-12; Create engaging lessons and opportunities for youth from all walks of life; Develop a curriculum to integrate into the program; Provide outreach to the community about programs offered at the Urban Tree House; Keep an accurate record of the numbers of youth served and programs facilitated; Assist in leading conservation service projects like tree maintenance, native gardening, and invasive plant removal with groups of youth; Work as a team with SCA staff; Represent SCA at community events; Assist with facilitating Environmental Education field trips with members of SCA's High School conservation crews;


Marginal Duties

Provide a detailed end-of-the-year report; Support with office administrative work occasionally;


Required Qualifications

21 yrs. or older with access to transportation to get to the schools; First aid and CPR Certified; Ability to complete full work dates and hours; Experience creating curriculum and working in classroom settings; Outdoor skills; experience working with diverse groups of youth; ability to maintain a safe, productive, and enjoyable work environment; strong interest in working with and mentoring youth; Plant identification skills, knowledge of local ecology, and environmental justice is a big plus;


Preferred Qualifications

Ability to complete full work dates and hours; Experience creating curriculum and working in classroom settings; Outdoor skills; experience working with diverse groups of youth; ability to maintain a safe, productive, and enjoyable work environment; strong interest in working with and mentoring youth;


Hours

40 per week


Living Accommodations


Compensation

$760/Weekly; $1520 Total Salary paid bi-weekly

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.


Personal Vehicle Information


Additional Benefits

First Aid/CPR
AmeriCorps: Not Eligible


Equal Opportunity Statement

SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members. SCA is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally. The Student Conservation Association, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.


Physical requirements and working conditions specific to the position are available in the full job description.