Environmental Education Leader

Facility

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Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge
Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge was established as a refuge and breeding ground for migratory birds and other wildlife. The abundance of lakes, rivers and marshes along with the diverse landscape of dense forest to open meadows attracts a plethora of wildlife.
National Wildlife Refuge
Rochert,MN

Location

Address

35704 County Highway 26
Rochert, MN 56578
United States

Volunteer Position Overview

Volunteers Needed
-
Recruitment Start Date
Recruitment End Date
Training Required
No
Security Clearance Needed
No
Virtual
No
Suitability
Adults, Seniors
Difficulty level
Average
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About This Position

The purpose of environmental education is to enhance student experience and knowledge through hands-on activities and programs designed to meet education standards. Volunteer will lead activities primarily for school groups with a focus on local partner schools who visit three times/year. Grade levels include K, 3rd 5th, and 9th. Training will be provided through an orientation on environmental education, specific training on each activity and through mentoring with an experienced leader. There are 3 week sessions, 3 days/week. Volunteer commitment is 6-8 hrs/day as available. Leaders may also lead activities for summer day camps associated with local summer school programs. Time frame varies but may be a 3 week session with a commitment of up to 3 days per week as available.

Duties/Activities

Conservation Education
Fish/Wildlife
Science

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