About the role#
Audubon Vermont offers a paid internship for college students and recent graduates interested in environmental education. You will work with our education staff to develop your teaching skills in a supportive environment. This role focuses on our Afterschool and Field Trip programs at the Green Mountain Audubon Center.
What you'll do#
- Deliver outdoor after-school programming for young children every day.
- Create, update, and maintain curriculum, instructional materials, and teaching spaces.
- Lead programs for children from diverse backgrounds.
- Maintain and foster a culture of safety.
What you'll need#
- Course work in environmental education, biology, natural history, conservation, or education.
- Proven interest in working with children through volunteering, coursework, or previous work.
- A desire to teach nature-based programming in an outdoor setting, regardless of the weather.
- Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to be self-motivated and organized while managing multiple projects.
- Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values.
- Access to reliable transportation is preferred.
- Previous experience in outdoor education is a plus, as is experience fostering inclusive work environments.
Location & details#
- Location: Huntington, Vermont.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 11, 2027, to May 3, 2027).
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $19.00 per hour.
- Schedule: Part-time, 20 hours per week.
About National Audubon Society
The National Audubon Society is a non-profit organization focused on the protection of birds and their habitats. Founded in 1905, it operates throughout the Americas using science, public policy, and environmental education. The organization employs over 1,000 people and maintains a network of nature centers and chapters. Its work includes land stewardship and grassroots conservation efforts.
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