LACOSS Intern Job Announcement

Position Announcement

Outdoor Science Instructor Intern

Los Angeles County Outdoor Science School
a program of the Los Angeles County Office of Education

CLOSING DATE

September 15, 2011 for fall internship
February 10, 2011 for spring, or until filled

JOB PERIOD

October 10 - December 16, 2011 (9 weeks)
February 27 - May 25, 2012 (12 weeks)

LOCATION

Two intern positions are available at our Malibu location, and there may be one or two at Blue Sky Meadow.

STIPEND

$100/week. Room and board provided during the weeks of operation. Room provided on weekends. First Aid/CPR certification, and other perks.

DUTIES

Working closely with the head naturalist and the outdoor science teachers, the intern will gain knowledge and understanding of the inner workings of an outdoor science school, and receive training and practice in the skills necessary to become an effective outdoor science teacher. The internship is designed to provide a concrete foundation for pursuing a career in outdoor education to people with a good science background, but limited teaching experience. Through observation, inservices, team teaching, personal research, and independent teaching, the intern will gain experience in areas such as curriculum and lesson design, group management, and fundamental teaching techniques. Interns will be paired with outdoor science teachers and will assist with teaching, night programs, and student supervision.

QUALIFICATIONS

Undergraduates (preferably seniors) or graduates with a degree in life sciences, natural resources, environmental sciences, or relevant physical sciences are encouraged to apply. The internship is designed for those interested in pursuing a career in outdoor science teaching. Interns must be physically able to lead teaching hikes in a semi-wilderness setting. Applicants should possess the desire and ability to deal patiently and constructively with children and teens. Good personal and group communication skills are necessary. Ability to sing and/or play musical instruments is a plus. Must have a negative TB test and pass a criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please send a resume, references, and a letter if intent describing why you wish to participate in the internship to :

Malibu Outdoor Science School
Attn: Greg Achenbach, Site Director
11495 E. Pacific Coast Hwy.
Malibu, CA 90265
310-457-7399
Email - malibu@outdoorscienceschool.org

And/or to:

Blue Sky Meadow Outdoor Science School
Attn: Kathleen Mitchell, Site Director
P.O. Box 2860
Big Bear City, CA 92314
909-585-6598
Email - blueskymeadow@outdoorscienceschool.org

You do not need to interview in person for the internship. Phone interviews are acceptable. But if you are fairly local, or are traveling through Southern California anyway, it would be a good idea to stop by and see us in person.

Please call if you have any questions.

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	Position Announcement Outdoor Science Instructor Intern Los Angeles County Outdoor Science School a program of the Los Angeles County Office of Education
CLOSING DATE	September 15, 2011 for fall internship February 10, 2011 for spring, or until filled
JOB PERIOD	October 10 - December 16, 2011 (9 weeks) February 27 - May 25, 2012 (12 weeks)
LOCATION	Two intern positions are available at our Malibu location, and there may be one or two at Blue Sky Meadow.
STIPEND	$100/week. Room and board provided during the weeks of operation. Room provided on weekends. First Aid/CPR certification, and other perks.
DUTIES	Working closely with the head naturalist and the outdoor science teachers, the intern will gain knowledge and understanding of the inner workings of an outdoor science school, and receive training and practice in the skills necessary to become an effective outdoor science teacher. The internship is designed to provide a concrete foundation for pursuing a career in outdoor education to people with a good science background, but limited teaching experience. Through observation, inservices, team teaching, personal research, and independent teaching, the intern will gain experience in areas such as curriculum and lesson design, group management, and fundamental teaching techniques. Interns will be paired with outdoor science teachers and will assist with teaching, night programs, and student supervision.
QUALIFICATIONS	Undergraduates (preferably seniors) or graduates with a degree in life sciences, natural resources, environmental sciences, or relevant physical sciences are encouraged to apply. The internship is designed for those interested in pursuing a career in outdoor science teaching. Interns must be physically able to lead teaching hikes in a semi-wilderness setting. Applicants should possess the desire and ability to deal patiently and constructively with children and teens. Good personal and group communication skills are necessary. Ability to sing and/or play musical instruments is a plus. Must have a negative TB test and pass a criminal background check.
TO APPLY	Please send a resume, references, and a letter if intent describing why you wish to participate in the internship to : Malibu Outdoor Science School Attn: Greg Achenbach, Site Director 11495 E. Pacific Coast Hwy. Malibu, CA 90265 310-457-7399 Email - malibu@outdoorscienceschool.org And/or to: Blue Sky Meadow Outdoor Science School Attn: Kathleen Mitchell, Site Director P.O. Box 2860 Big Bear City, CA 92314 909-585-6598 Email - blueskymeadow@outdoorscienceschool.org You do not need to interview in person for the internship. Phone interviews are acceptable. But if you are fairly local, or are traveling through Southern California anyway, it would be a good idea to stop by and see us in person. Please call if you have any questions.