Job Announcement LiMPETS Educator Part-time, 32 hours per week - temporary Deadline to apply: August 25th, 2010

The Farallones Marine Sanctuary Association is a non-profit organization whose mission is to protect Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary habitats and wildlife through the development of a diverse community of informed and active ocean stewards.

Program description: The Association in partnership with the Gulf of the Farallones, Monterey Bay, and Channel Islands national marine sanctuaries conducts LiMPETS, Long-term Monitoring Program and Experiential Training for Students. LiMPETS is an environmental monitoring and education program for students, educators, and volunteer groups. This hands-on program was developed to monitor the ocean and coastal ecosystems of California’s national marine sanctuaries to increase awareness and stewardship of these important areas. Locally, the LiMPETS program serves middle and high schools in the San Francisco Bay area. Monitoring activities take place on beaches and rocky intertidal areas in and around the Gulf of the Farallones and northern Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuaries. Visit http://limpetsmonitoring.org for more on the LiMPETS program.

Position description: The LiMPETS Educator will provide instructional and administrative program support for LiMPETS. Primary responsibilities include:

• Lead LiMPETS programs, both in the classroom and in the field.
• Assist LiMPETS Program Coordinator in administration of LiMPETS programs.
• Evaluate and refine new curriculum for the LiMPETS programs.
• Oversee program equipment and supplies.
• Maintain a safe environment for all students during monitoring activities.
• Ensure consistency and accuracy of student-generated monitoring data.
• Assist in planning and implementation of Saturday teacher workshop series.
• Support programmatic goals and objectives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications required:

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in environmental education, biology, marine science, or related field.
• Environmental research or monitoring experience required.
• Minimum one year of experience teaching environmental, outdoor, or science programs to students, grades 6-12.
• Ability to inspire and engage youth of all abilities, aptitudes and backgrounds.
• Excellent classroom management and public speaking skills.
• Knowledge of marine science concepts, local marine invertebrates, and California natural history.
• Good driving record and ability to pass online government Driver Safety Course. Reliable transportation to and from Sanctuary office in the Presidio, San Francisco.
• Website editing (Dreamweaver) experience desired.
• Flexible; willingness to work occasional early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Position dates: Fall Season (September 20th – December 20th, 2010); Spring Season (January 10th – April 8th, 2011).

Compensation: $15 per hour, unbenefitted.

How to apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, and three references to Amy Dean, Education Manager: adean@farallones.org (email) or 415-561-6616 (fax).

The Farallones Marine Sanctuary Association is an equal opportunity employer.