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  2. Program Instructor
  3. Keystone Science School
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  6. Rocky Mountains US - CO, ID, MT, WY
  7. Full-time
  8. June 18, 2012
  9. July 1, 2012
  10. August 13, 2012
  11. The Keystone Science School (KSS) is one of the nation's leading residential outdoor education facilities, with a mission of: Keystone Science School broadens perspectives to build better communities for today and tomorrow. We accomplish this through meaningful and collaborative learning experiences in the natural environment that incorporate scientific inquiry, leadership development, civic engagement and academic rigor. KSS balances innovation with tradition to provide a unique, customized experience for its clients through both on-site and off-site school programs, summer camp programs, and community programs. KSS has hosted groups on our historic 23 acre campus for over 33 years providing hands-on inquiry-based science learning opportunities for learners of all ages and backgrounds. KSS implements a wide variety of cutting-edge curricula in such topic areas as earth science, snow science, forest ecology, aquatic ecology, astronomy, meteorology, Colorado human history, and teambuilding.

  12. Start Date: August 13, 2012

    End Date: June 7, 2013

     

    The Program Instructor is responsible for the delivery of a variety of science curricula to both school groups and community members. Sample teaching areas include: earth science, snow science, forest ecology, aquatics ecology, astronomy, weather, Colorado human history, and teambuilding. Program instructors teach both in the field and in a classroom setting. Program duration can be single or multi-day and include outdoor skills such as backpacking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, & whitewater rafting. It is the responsibility of the Program Instructor to maintain safety of the all program participants while teaching educational programs. Other responsibilities include facilitating meals, assisting with dishes, and a variety of campus chores.
  13. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree or be working toward a degree in general education, environmental/outdoor education or recreation, science education, parks and recreation, or related fields in ecology or the natural/life sciences. Experience working with youth in the outdoors is required and skills such as backpacking, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, whitewater rafting, and snow science is preferred. Previous experience within the field of education is a must and classroom setting is preferred. A good driving record, ability to get a Colorado drivers license and current certification in Wilderness First Aid and CPR is required (WFR preferred but not required). Certified teachers are encouraged to apply. 

     
  14. Starting salary is $1262-1400/month plus with medical/dental benefits, room & board (small monthly fee required), paid vacation, & opportunities for professional development.
    • Environmental Education Program/Center
    • Youth - K-12
    • Environmental Studies
  19. APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Provide the following documents by email to hr@keystone.org. Please be sure to include your last name in each document title:
    1) Cover Letter addressing your philosophy of education and describing how your previous experiences prepared you for the position. 2) Resume 3) KSS Application (located at http://www.keystone.org/about-us/employment) 4) Portfolio (directions for teaching portfolio can be found in KSS Application)
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  21. Keystone Science School
  22. http://www.keystone.org/about-us/employment
  23. 1628 Sts Johns Rd.
  25. Keystone
  26. CO
  27. 80435
  28. US
  29. 970-468-2098
  30. 970-468-7769
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