The Aldo Leopold Nature Center, Inc. is an independent, not-for-profit organization dedicated to environmental education and awareness. It operates the Aldo Leopold Nature Center and Nature Net: The Environmental Learning Network to enhance the education of children. The Aldo Leopold Nature Center is supported in part through private donations from local businesses, foundations, and individuals. Aldo Leopold Nature Center offers programs that serve over 70,000 individuals annually. ALNC is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and serving a diverse staff and community, and qualified applicants of under-represented backgrounds and identities are encouraged to apply.
GENERAL INFORMATION
- Each intern works approximately 5.25 hours/day, Monday-Friday, from June 15th – August 28th plus mandatory training June 10-12th: ~9am-5pm.
- Positions available: “Early” position from 7:45am-1:15pm, “Late” position from 12:30pm-5:45pm or 11:45am-5:00pm working with children ages 4-10 years old, and “Wonder Bugs” position from 7:45-1:15pm working primarily with children ages 2-3 years old. Please specify position preference in cover letter and see more defined roles below.
- Compensation: (Note: Room and board not provided)
“Early”: $550/month stipend plus certification in CPR/First Aid “Late”: $500/month stipend plus certification in CPR/First Aid “Wonder Bugs”: $550/month stipend plus certification in CPR/First Aid
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist education staff in coordinating and preparing for summer camp programs for children ages 2-10.
- Ensure safety of summer campers while participating in programs at ALNC.
- Teach and lead hands-on summer camp programs.
- Supervise and lead lunchtime story hour and/or extended day activities.
- Schedule descriptions:
- “Early” position supervises extended day care from 8:00-9:00am, then assists with morning camp from 9am-12pm and Lunch Bunch from 12-1:15pm;
- “Late” position assists with afternoon camp from 1-4pm (must arrive at 12:30 to assist with set up) and supervises extended day care from 4-5:30pm;
- “Wonder Bugs” position assists with morning extended daycare from 7:45am, set-up of WB program starting at 8:45am, assists with program from 9:30-10:45am, assists with clean-up from 10:45-11:30am, then assists with set-up, supervision, and clean-up of Lunch Bunch from 11:30-1:15pm.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Commitment, reliability, flexibility.
- A cheerful, positive, and open attitude.
- Experience working with children preferred.
- Knowledge of and/or interest in Wisconsin natural history a plus.
- Must be able to attend summer mandatory staff training dates, including first aid and CPR/First Aid (June 10-12th ~ 9am - 5pm).
OPPORTUNITIES
- Gain experience in a highly successful hands-on summer camp program.
- Learn about the natural history of Wisconsin and gain insight into Aldo Leopold’s philosophy.
- Gain valuable program development and teaching experience.
- Receive Adult/Child CPR and Standard First Aid Certifications.
TO APPLY
Send a cover letter, resume, and three references to:
Lauren Mordini
Summer Camp Coordinator, Aldo Leopold Nature Center
330 Femrite Drive , Monona, WI 53716
Email applications and questions encouraged at camps@aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org
Please specify your top two position preferences in your application. Applications are due by March 6, 2020.
Environmental Education Internship
Posted: February 1, 2020 by MAEE Administration
Category: Aldo Leopold Nature Center
The Aldo Leopold Nature Center, Inc. is an independent, not-for-profit organization dedicated to environmental education and awareness. It operates the Aldo Leopold Nature Center and Nature Net: The Environmental Learning Network to enhance the education of children. The Aldo Leopold Nature Center is supported in part through private donations from local businesses, foundations, and individuals. Aldo Leopold Nature Center offers programs that serve over 70,000 individuals annually. ALNC is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and serving a diverse staff and community, and qualified applicants of under-represented backgrounds and identities are encouraged to apply.
GENERAL INFORMATION
“Early”: $550/month stipend plus certification in CPR/First Aid “Late”: $500/month stipend plus certification in CPR/First Aid “Wonder Bugs”: $550/month stipend plus certification in CPR/First Aid
RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
OPPORTUNITIES
TO APPLY
Send a cover letter, resume, and three references to:
Lauren Mordini
Summer Camp Coordinator, Aldo Leopold Nature Center
330 Femrite Drive , Monona, WI 53716
Email applications and questions encouraged at camps@aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org
Please specify your top two position preferences in your application. Applications are due by March 6, 2020.
The Aldo Leopold Nature Center, Inc. is an independent, not-for-profit organization dedicated to environmental education and awareness. It operates the Aldo Leopold Nature Center and Nature Net: The Environmental Learning Network to enhance the education of children. The Aldo Leopold Nature Center is supported in part through private donations from local businesses, foundations, and individuals. Aldo Leopold Nature Center offers programs that serve over 70,000 individuals annually. ALNC is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and serving a diverse staff and community, and qualified applicants of under-represented backgrounds and identities are encouraged to apply.
GENERAL INFORMATION
“Early”: $550/month stipend plus certification in CPR/First Aid “Late”: $500/month stipend plus certification in CPR/First Aid “Wonder Bugs”: $550/month stipend plus certification in CPR/First Aid
RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
OPPORTUNITIES
TO APPLY
Send a cover letter, resume, and three references to:
Lauren Mordini
Summer Camp Coordinator, Aldo Leopold Nature Center
330 Femrite Drive , Monona, WI 53716
Email applications and questions encouraged at camps@aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org
Please specify your top two position preferences in your application. Applications are due by March 6, 2020.