Education Specialist delivers in-person presentations of the Insect Discovery Lab educational programs to schools, service organizations, senior centers and the general public in the greater San Francisco Bay Area. The position requires an energetic, self-motivated and organized individual who has a professional interest in linking live hands-on STEM learning with the conservation of biodiversity through SaveNature's Adopt An Acre and Adopt A Reef programs. Hiring now.
Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in education, biological sciences, drama from an accredited college or university is preferred. Public speaking experience and ability to communicate animal/conservation/sustainability/climate change concepts in a live, entertaining manner to a diverse audience (i.e. age, race, culture). Good overall knowledge of natural history of invertebrates and vertebrates strongly preferred. Capable of being trained to handle live program animals. Strong oral and written communication skills required with an ability to work well with staff, volunteers and teachers. Valid CA drivers license. MUST have car. MUST be available to work on weekends. Ideally the candidate resides in San Francisco. Please send cover letter, resumé and three professional references to Norman Gershenz at SaveNature.Org