POSITION
Education Technician
ORGANIZATION
Sequoia Riverlands Trust
JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION
Education Technician (Part-time position)
OVERVIEW
The Education Technician will work closely with SRT’s Education & Volunteer Department and community partners on the coordination and implementation of Nature Explorers, an after-school program offered to 1st-3rd graders at VUSD elementary schools. This will include preparing for and leading field trips for 1st-3rd graders at the Kaweah Oaks Preserves on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons, as well as occasional Saturday field trips.
The Education Technician may also occasionally support SRT staff in implementing a variety of grant-funded educational and stewardship programs aimed at creating a lasting bond between local communities and the land, thereby inspiring future land conservation and stewardship.
The Education Technician will spend most of their time in the field.
ABOUT SEQUOIA RIVERLANDS TRUST
Sequoia Riverlands Trust is a regional nonprofit land trust focused on the Tulare Basin, which comprises the southern San Joaquin Valley and Sierra foothills of Kern, Kings, Tulare, and Fresno counties, with additional conservation projects in 5 other California counties. We are accredited by the Land Trust Alliance, and our mission to conserve the lands and waters of California’s heartland is supported by our ambitious programs in conservation easements (habitat and farmland), land stewardship, restoration, conservation outreach, and education.
We envision a future in which a network of protected natural and working lands thrives in the region we serve, with business, agriculture, and society aligned around sustainable land and water management practices.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Work closely with SRT Education & Volunteer staff and community partners to prepare coordinate and lead after school field trips on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons for 1st-3rd graders from VUSD elementary schools, as well as occasional Saturday mornings
Occasionally assist with the day-to-day operations of assigned SRT Education & Volunteer programs, which may include:
School-based programs
Service, work-based, project-based learning programs and internships for students, with emphasis on opportunities related to stewardship of SRT preserves
Field trips at SRT preserves for students
Community-based programs
Volunteer programs for adults and families, in collaboration with Stewardship and Education & Volunteer staff
Education and volunteer events at SRT preserves for participants of all ages
Other duties as assigned, including
Provide direct assistance with restoration and resource enhancement projects on SRT preserves in coordination with the SRT Stewardship program
SUPERVISION
The Education Technician reports to the Education & Volunteer Program Manager and works closely with other Education & Volunteer staff and AmeriCorps Members.
DESIRED SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES:
Specific attributes & knowledge
1-2 years’ experience teaching in the classroom or in out-of-school-time programs
Knowledge of the San Joaquin Valley social and environmental challenges
Enthusiasm, patience, and group management skills to work with youth, including at-risk and underserved youth and community members of all ages
Public speaking and outreach experience
Willingness to monitor email, text, and phone to adapt to schedule modifications and communicate changes in availability
Practical knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.) and Google products
Ability to encourage and build mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among staff members and program participants
Ability to organize information and schedules, and prioritize multiple projects
Open to change and to considerable variety in the workplace
Willingness to work some weekends
Ability to learn fast, research information when needed and work independently
Strong team player, willing to assist others when needed
Self-starter approach to work, with an eagerness to consistently meet and exceed objectives
General
Demonstrated commitment to land conservation, general familiarity with land use and land management issues
Must have a valid Driver’s license, liability insurance and access to reliable transportation
Ability to effectively and efficiently operate office equipment including telephones, copiers, and computers
Ability to speak fluently in Spanish
WORK SETTING AND CONDITIONS
SRT’s headquarters in Visalia, California, a city of about 130,000 residents in the southern San Joaquin Valley. The region has a “Mediterranean” climate, with cold, moist winters (sometimes quite foggy) and hot, dry summers. The Education Technician will spend most of their time outside leading field trips with youth. Physical Demands
The Education Technician will spend 95% of their workday outdoors, on their feet in all types of weather conditions
Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds (i.e., educational materials, equipment, etc.)
Manual dexterity sufficient to reach and handle items, work with fingers, and perceive attributes of objects and materials; ability to stand, walk, sit, and reach
Ability to sit in workstation, type and work with a computer
Work hours are 3 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays (preparing for and leading field trips). The Education Technician will work 10-12 hours per week, including approximately 1 Saturday per month and occasional evening hours.
COMPENSATION
This is an hourly position on Band 1 of SRT’s compensation structure. The position offers an hourly rate between $18-$20 for new employees, depending on education and experience.
OTHER NOTES
SRT is not able to provide relocation assistance for this position
Candidates MUST be able to pass a background check
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Staff members are expected to consciously and continuously promote the mission, values, programs, and impact of the organization when presented with opportunities for participating in membership development and reaching out to personal connections on behalf of SRT.
Sequoia Riverlands Trust is an equal opportunity employer. Our practices support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness in our workforce.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
CONTACT
https://sequoiariverlands.org/careers
5,597,380,211