Seeds to Trees College Intern, Fall
POSITION SUMMARYCity Parks Foundation seeks college interns to work during the school year withinour Seeds to Trees ProgramThe mission of Seeds to Trees is to educate elementary and middleschool students about urban ecology, forest ecology, marine ecology, parks stewardship andconservation using parks as outdoor classroomsThis program blends hands-on classroomsessions and outdoor field experiences in parks or gardens, and offers professional developmentfor partner teachers.The College Intern will assist Seeds to Trees staff to implement the program from October - December, startingin the classroom and ending with field experiences. The Seeds to Trees College Intern reports to the Seeds toTrees Program Manager and works closely with the part-time Educators.Start Date:
October 2024End Date:
November 2024Compensation:
$18 per hourREQUIREMENTSAssist to implement our environmental education program in NYC Parks and SchoolsMust be available from early March to June 12 - 16 hours per weekAssist with the facilitation of Seeds to Trees activities mostly in the field and sometimes in the classroomOccasionally provide logistical support and complete general administrative duties, such as lesson materials preparation, living collection care and other related tasks as neededSupport the gathering of digital materials and anecdotes for marketing purposesAssist with data collection and recordkeepingHelp transport, maintain and store program gearQUALIFICATIONSEnrollment in a Bachelor's Degree in Education, Environmental Education/Science, Environmental Studies, or in a related fieldKnowledge of/Experience in Environmental Science and Education a plusCommitment to helping middle and elementary school students develop an interest in Environmental Science and NYC Parks through positive attitude and role modelingDesire to learn through working closely with urban, marginalized youthCommitment to punctuality and attendanceAbility to work independently and as part of a team is essentialWillingness to work outdoors in sometimes inclement weather such as high temperatures and light rainWORKING FOR CITY PARKS FOUNDATIONBenefits include excellent healthcare and dental package, vacation, paid holidays, 403(b) Retirement Plan and flexible spending planCity Parks Foundation is a collegial, mission-focused organization that values its employees and encourages professional growth and advancement.ABOUT CITY PARKS FOUNDATIONAt City Parks Foundation (CPF), we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming New York City parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through arts, environmental education, sports, and community building programs for all New YorkersOur ethos is simple:
we believe thriving parks mean thriving communities.Community engagement includes Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, which supports and champions a growing network of community leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of our neighborhood parks and the Parks and Open Space Partners-NYC coalition of conservancies and alliancesWe also administer the NYC Green Fund, a regranting program for parks and open space nonprofits and grassroots organizations.We produce SummerStage, the iconic free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC, presenting world-class artists from across the globe and our own neighborhoods on our mainstage in Central Park and in local parks in all five boroughs, and our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and roving PuppetMobile present marionette puppet theater throughout New York City.We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment through progressive, experiential teachingUsing parks as classrooms, we provide learning experiences and hands-on activities in urban forests, coastal areas, and gardens.Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities existWe offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events.Powered by JazzHR Recommended Skills Data Collection Ecology General Administrative Support Positive Attitude Professional Development Punctuality Apply to this job. Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply on company site $('.external-apply-email-saved').on('click', function (event) window.ExternalApply = window.open('/interstitial?jobdid=j3m4kr66qj6bylytn6z', 'ExternalApply-j3m4kr66qj6bylytn6z'); ); $(document).ready( function() $(#ads-desktop-placeholder).html(
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n Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
October 2024End Date:
November 2024Compensation:
$18 per hourREQUIREMENTSAssist to implement our environmental education program in NYC Parks and SchoolsMust be available from early March to June 12 - 16 hours per weekAssist with the facilitation of Seeds to Trees activities mostly in the field and sometimes in the classroomOccasionally provide logistical support and complete general administrative duties, such as lesson materials preparation, living collection care and other related tasks as neededSupport the gathering of digital materials and anecdotes for marketing purposesAssist with data collection and recordkeepingHelp transport, maintain and store program gearQUALIFICATIONSEnrollment in a Bachelor's Degree in Education, Environmental Education/Science, Environmental Studies, or in a related fieldKnowledge of/Experience in Environmental Science and Education a plusCommitment to helping middle and elementary school students develop an interest in Environmental Science and NYC Parks through positive attitude and role modelingDesire to learn through working closely with urban, marginalized youthCommitment to punctuality and attendanceAbility to work independently and as part of a team is essentialWillingness to work outdoors in sometimes inclement weather such as high temperatures and light rainWORKING FOR CITY PARKS FOUNDATIONBenefits include excellent healthcare and dental package, vacation, paid holidays, 403(b) Retirement Plan and flexible spending planCity Parks Foundation is a collegial, mission-focused organization that values its employees and encourages professional growth and advancement.ABOUT CITY PARKS FOUNDATIONAt City Parks Foundation (CPF), we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming New York City parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through arts, environmental education, sports, and community building programs for all New YorkersOur ethos is simple:
we believe thriving parks mean thriving communities.Community engagement includes Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, which supports and champions a growing network of community leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of our neighborhood parks and the Parks and Open Space Partners-NYC coalition of conservancies and alliancesWe also administer the NYC Green Fund, a regranting program for parks and open space nonprofits and grassroots organizations.We produce SummerStage, the iconic free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC, presenting world-class artists from across the globe and our own neighborhoods on our mainstage in Central Park and in local parks in all five boroughs, and our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and roving PuppetMobile present marionette puppet theater throughout New York City.We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment through progressive, experiential teachingUsing parks as classrooms, we provide learning experiences and hands-on activities in urban forests, coastal areas, and gardens.Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities existWe offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events.Powered by JazzHR Recommended Skills Data Collection Ecology General Administrative Support Positive Attitude Professional Development Punctuality Apply to this job. Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply on company site $('.external-apply-email-saved').on('click', function (event) window.ExternalApply = window.open('/interstitial?jobdid=j3m4kr66qj6bylytn6z', 'ExternalApply-j3m4kr66qj6bylytn6z'); ); $(document).ready( function() $(#ads-desktop-placeholder).html(
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