Environmental Education Coordinator – AmeriCorps Member
Hands On Nashville
Job Summary
The Environmental Education Coordinator participates in a yearlong term (1,700 hours) of AmeriCorps service supporting the Cumberland River Compact’s (Compact) goal to provide environmental knowledge to youth and to empower them to take action in their own community. The Coordinator helps expand the Compact’s capacity to deliver school programs by writing curriculum, developing partnerships, expanding outreach, and overseeing logistics.
The Coordinator should have a desire to create and empower change through environmental education, and will gain experience in education planning, curriculum development, event logistics, and program management.
The Coordinator serves as part of a 23-person cohort of civic-minded individuals who receive skills training, professional development, and networking opportunities through a partnership between the Compact and the Hands On Nashville (HON) AmeriCorps Program.
Job Responsibilities
- Coordinate and administer school programs, including Creek Critters, STEAM lessons, and field trips
- Build organizational capacity to deliver youth programs through curriculum development, outreach, and evaluation
- Lead the high school Youth Climate Planning committee for development of the annual Nashville Youth Climate Summit and enhance the program’s implementation to improve environmental leadership outcomes
- Prepare curriculum, resources, and outreach materials for teacher trainings.
- Coordinate logistics, community engagement, evaluation, and volunteer recruitment for the annual Waterfest
- Spearhead marketing, registration, and setup for River Talks, and find ways to improve the program delivery model including outreach and evaluation
- Represent the organization through community engagement with partners and schools
Qualifications
Preferred Knowledge & Skills:
- Confident public speaker with excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Background in education or teaching youth (with training to be provided for teaching programs)
- Passionate about environmental sustainability
Minimum Requirements:
- Commitment to fulfill a one-year term of service (August 17, 2020-August 8, 2021)
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Valid driver’s license and reliable access to transportation (Members will be reimbursed for service-related mileage.)
- U.S. Citizenship
- National Service Criminal History Check clearance
Additional Information
Benefits
- Living allowance of $17,000, paid bi-weekly throughout the term of service
- Education award of $6,095, applicable to student loans and/or future education expenses at an accredited institution, upon fulfillment of service obligations
- Healthcare coverage, if elected
- Childcare benefits, if eligible
- Professional development training and ample networking opportunities
How to Apply
Apply online at my.americorps.gov.
For more information, please contact:
Nicki Avila
615-298-1108
nicki@hon.org
www.hon.org/americorps
About the Compact:
The Cumberland River Compact’s mission is to enhance the health and enjoyment of the Cumberland River and its tributaries through action, education, and collaboration.
About HON:
HON builds capacity for individuals and agencies to meet needs through volunteerism. The HON AmeriCorps Program is made possible through support from the Dan and Margaret Maddox Fund, Volunteer Tennessee, and participating AmeriCorps host organizations.
Details
- Date Posted: May 13, 2020
- Type: VISTA / AmeriCorps
- Job Function: Programs and Service Delivery
- Service Area: Community Development
- Start Date: 08/17/2020
- Working Hours: 35-40 hrs/wk; M-F, 8:00am - 4:30pm