Outdoor Educators at the Whitewater Center are responsible for implementing a variety of educational programs for students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Most programs are scheduled for the spring and the fall, so Educators are free and encouraged to explore employment in other departments during the summer months. Educators are on-site and work a variable, part-time schedule, reporting to the Outdoor School Supervisor.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, educational, and enjoyable atmosphere during environmental education and team building programs.
• Learn and facilitate lesson plans pertaining to environmental education and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) topics.
• Manage groups of up to 30 students at a time and ensure quality supervision during programs.
• Effectively communicate with chaperones.
• Maintain accurate knowledge of activities, products, and services offered by the Whitewater center.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Prior experience teaching in a formal or informal setting for students from kindergarten through 12th grade.
• Background in Environmental Education, Environmental Science, Earth Science, Biology, or another related field.
• Highly motivated and energetic with an outgoing personality.
• Possess strong communication skills.
• Weekday availability is required. This position is part-time, Monday through Friday in the following months: March through June & August through November
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and other Whitewater events as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• A North Carolina Environmental Education Certification or current work towards certification.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to work outdoors for sustained periods of time in all weather and environmental conditions. 
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds. 
• Must be able to bend, stand, lean, and kneel on a regular basis and for sustained periods of time.
• Must be able to safely self-transport over uneven terrain or in a confined space.
• Must be able to work in shared spaces with other employees and customers.
• All positions as Whitewater require employees to report and work onsite at Whitewater locations.

Benefits

• Access to the Whitewater Center’s pass activities
• Staff discount program and pro deals
• 401K

Overview of Department

The Outdoor Activities Department is responsible for leading and supporting experiences in a variety of water and land-based sports. The department also instructs guests through the Whitewater Center’s Outdoor School and Summer Camps. Outdoor Activities employees engage with guests through an assortment of pass activities and help create memorable outdoor experiences.

Working at Whitewater

Whitewater’s mission is rooted in the belief that we all share a genetic code that compels us to play outside and share these experiences with others. This mission is accomplished through promoting access and opportunities to play outside and bring people together. Our approach is simple: Make it compelling and easy to engage with nature and invite others to join. 

Legal Disclosures

The Whitewater Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Whitewater Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

NOTICE: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. The Whitewater Center is an employer that participates in the E-Verify program.