| About the Position | |
| Position # | 3781 |
| Organization | Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary |
| Position | Communityl Education Assistant - Environmental Education |
| Impact Statement |
Support the Sanctuary's mission to conserve and restore Nature Sanctuary lands and waters while inspiring stewardship through community engagement and collaboration. Benefits: •Impact: Help inspire environmental awareness and stewardship among youth in the community •Skill Growth: Develop communication and teaching abilities •Progression Opportunities: Pathways to teaching roles •Community: Connect with a community with a common commitment to nature and education |
| Description |
This position provides vital program and classroom assistance to the Nature Sanctuary’s Junior Steward and school programs. Program topics include Garry Oak Ecosystems, Wetlands and Watersheds, Owls, Reptiles and Pollinators and Adaptations. Key Responsibilities: •Program delivery and indoor/outdoor classroom management, including: sharing educational materials with students, participating in activities, helping students when needed, sharing knowledge (if of interest to volunteer) •Set up and take down of learning activities •Keeping a careful eye on the group to make sure everyone is safe and all present •Occasionally watching part of the group without staff educator Our Expectations of Volunteers: •Support the Mission and Values of the Sanctuary and its efforts in education, restoration and responsible stewardship •Co-operation with administrative tasks e.g. filling in time sheets •Commitment to attend training and orientation |
| COVID-19 Vaccination Required | Yes |
| Training Details |
Training: •Program training provided by Education Team staff •Orientation on the history and current community and volunteer programs at the Sanctuary |
| Working Conditions | Indoor and outdoor setting; requires moving around uneven terrain, some lifting, carrying. |
| Minimum Duration | 4 - 6 months |
| Timing | Weekday - Daytime |
| Time Detail |
Time Commitment: Time Commitment: •Shifts: Spanning 1.5 to 3 hours •Availability: Opt for casual or weekly participation •Duration: Initial 3-6 months commitment, with opportunity for renewal |
| Age | 14+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | Car required |
| Accessibility | Accessible work space |
| Area(s) of Interest | Children/Youth, Gardening/Environment |
| Skill(s) | Collaboration, Cultural Awareness/Sensitivity, Communicate in Plain Language, Empathy, Playing |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Website | http://www.swanlake.bc.ca/ |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | ttodesco@swanlake.bc.ca |
| Phone | 250-479-0211 |
| Address | 3873 Swan Lake Road Victoria, V8X3W1 |