About the Position

About the Position:  Raritan Headwaters Association (RHA), a non-profit conservation organization headquartered in Bedminster, NJ is seeking enthusiastic and creative Environmental Educators for the summer of 2021.  Educators will be responsible for implementing two of RHA’s off-site summer nature programs for children, under the direction of RHA’s Education Director. The programs we are recruiting for are as follows:

Watershed Science and Stream Exploration

 Greater Newark Life Camp

Location: McCann Mill Road, Pottersville, NJ 07979

Dates: July 6-August 6, 2021

Schedule: M-F, 10 am to 12 pm

 

Stream Exploration at the Red Mill

Location: Red Mill Museum, Clinton, NJ

Dates: Tuesdays, July 20 and August 17

Schedule: 10 am to 2 pm

 

Nature Programs for English Language Learners

Location: Dvoor Farm, 111 Mine Street, Flemington, NJ 08822

Dates: August 16-20, 2021

Schedule: M-F, 10 am to 2 pm

 

Preference will be given to candidates that can participate in multiple program sessions.  RHA will provide training, lesson plans, and all supplies.  We encourage candidates to visit our website at www.raritanheadwaters.org to learn about our work.

Qualifications: Qualified applicants will have experience in education, biology, ecology or a related field.  Applicants must enjoy working outdoors (even in inclement weather), have a basic understanding of environmental topics and enjoy working with children. All educators will be required to submit a background check.

Compensation:  $20/hour

How to Apply: EMAIL ONLY: Please e-mail cover letter, resume and two references to Lauren Theis at LTheis@raritanheadwaters.org

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.

For more information, please email LTheis@raritanheadwaters.org or call 908-234-1852 x314