[course]: OCEAN 497C: Oceanography in the Service of Society

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Hello students and faculty,

This spring, Tansy Burns and I will be offering a special topics course called Oceanography in the Service of Society.

This course will train students in application of key ideas and principles from Oceanography to address immediate societal needs in education, human health and aquaculture. Course content is designed to provide core knowledge, practical skills and real-world experience in Earth Sciences pedagogy and environmental monitoring.

This content is relevant to students aspiring to be skilled educators at the K-12 through University levels; to gain qualifications for a wide variety of jobs in environmental consulting, marine industries, or technology; or to be basic researchers in Oceanography with improved insight into applications of their work.

Students will work in small groups to undertake projects focused on C-STEM education or aquaculture-related environmental monitoring. Students will be mentored by the instructors and by practicing professionals in assessing needs, designing and implementing effective low-cost solutions, and reflecting on how Oceanography can and should contribute to societal well-being.

Projects may involve off-campus work trips to schools, aquaculture facilities or other relevant field sites.

The course is 3 credits. Students may sign up for OCE 497C (SLN 21431) or OCE 506 (SLN 21432). Students enrolled in the 500-level course will undertake additional activities in designing evidence-based learning frameworks for Earth Sciences teaching or analysis and synthesis of marine environmental monitoring data.

Meeting time is Wednesday, 4:30-7:20, in a single block to facilitate participation by working professionals. During project implementation, some class meetings may be replaced by working group meetings with instructors and practitioners.

Please contact Tansy Clay (tansy@uw.edu) or me (random@uw.edu) for further information.

Thanks!

Danny Grünbaum

[job]: Environmental Education Assistants (full time, Olympia, WA)

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Environmental Education Assistants

$15 to $18 per hour (DOQ) with full benefits
Closes 6/9/17 at 5pm
To apply, or for more information, visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lottcleanwater 

LOTT Clean Water Alliance’s WET Science Center provides the community with a fun, hands-on opportunity to learn all about water – one of our most precious resources. The WET Science Center is hiring two full-time Environmental Education Assistants. These are one year positions, with optional extension, beginning in July 2017.  Join our education team and help teach thousands of students how to conserve and protect water!

The Environmental Education Assistant is responsible for performing and assisting with a variety of education tasks and interacting with visitors in the WET Science Center. This position plays a key role in the education program by assisting the Education Program Manager with classroom presentations to school groups (5th grade and up), overseeing the hands-on exhibit gallery, leading tours, delivering programs for the community, and taking key messages and educational materials to special events.

Duties include, but are not limited to: greeting guests and welcoming them to the WET Science Center; overseeing the exhibit gallery and interacting with the public to facilitate learning; assisting with research and delivery of classroom presentations and Saturday community activities; leading tours of the wastewater treatment plant and green building; data entry related to program tracking and evaluation;  representing LOTT and the WET Science Center at community events; implementing and tracking the social media program; recruiting, training, and supervising volunteers; writing articles for internal and external audiences;  taking photos of educational activities; and other related duties.

Compensation and Benefits:

These positions pay $15 – $18 per hour depending on qualifications and include a full benefits package. These positions are one year in length with the potential for annual renewal. Working hours are between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, with occasional evening and weekend work. A variety of valuable trainings and professional development are also offered throughout the year.

 

To apply, or for more information, please go to https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lottcleanwater

Seattle Aquarium 2017 spring/summer job opportunities

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2017 spring/summer job opportunities

As the region’s premier resource for hands-on marine science experiences and conservation education, the Seattle Aquarium offers fun, exciting ways to discover more about amazing Puget Sound and our world’s one big ocean. Join us in our mission: Inspiring Conservation of Our Marine Environment.

The Seattle Aquarium’s conservation and education department is hiring seasonal positions for spring and summer 2017. Multiple positions are available, working with a variety of audiences: school groups, the general public on local beaches, and summer camp participants.

The conservation and education department focuses on providing valuable, inclusive, innovative and entertaining experiences for our audiences. If you are excited about engaging diverse audiences in order to inspire conservation of our marine environment,we want to talk to you!

We are accepting applications for the following part-time, temporary positions:

  • Beach captain (60–80 hours average, February–November)
  • Camp counselor (435 hours average, June–August)
  • Camp lead instructor (475 hours average, June–August)
  • Camp operations lead (530 hours average, June–August)
  • Citizen science instructor (170 hours average, February–June)
  • Greeter/ticket taker (400 hours average, April–early September)
  • Marine science instructor (250 hours average, February–June)

To apply: To view all open job descriptions and application instructions, visit SeattleAquarium.org/jobs.

Application deadlines vary from as early as December 30, 2016 to “open until filled.”
Visit our job board to read specific application deadlines and instructions.

The Seattle Aquarium is a progressive, equal opportunity employer that values a diverse workforce. All candidates are encouraged to apply.

[summer job]: Marine Science Educator, Seacamp (Big Pine Key, FL)

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NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR MARINE SCIENCE INSTRUCTORS

Seacamp Association, Inc
1300 Big Pine Avenue
Big Pine Key, FL 33043
1-877-SEACAMP
info@seacamp.org

Company Description: Celebrating our 51th summer!!! A non-profit, residential, environmental educational organization offering marine science programs for 10-17 year olds in a summer camp setting and to visiting elementary, middle, secondary, college, and adult groups throughout the school year.

Description: Staff lead interpretive programs in tropical marine science for campers/visiting schools and participate in hospitality services required to run a residential facility. Extensive training: science seminars; American Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguarding, Oxygen Administration, First Aid, and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer; skin diving leadership; seamanship and boat handling; camp life; and teaching techniques.

Qualifications:

Marine Science Instructor: Recent college graduate in marine science, the biological sciences, or a related field. All applicants must be strong swimmers. Teaching experience preferred; SCUBA certification required.

Non-science, summer camp positions are also currently available.

Benefits: Salary/Stipend, housing, meals when participants are in residence, training, worker’s compensation insurance, and staff boat use during time off.

To apply: Send resume with complete work history and cover letter to info@seacamp.org. We will contact you to complete your employment packet. The process will include an application, official college transcripts, and references. Applicants will be required to submit a Level II fingerprint background check and drug screening prior to employment.

[job]: Coastal Discovery Center Assistant Manager, OMSI (Newport, OR)

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The Coastal Discovery Center Assistant Manager is responsible for assisting the Coastal Discovery Center Manager in successfully running OMSI Outdoors programs, including but not limited to, Outdoor School, Summer Science Camp, Rental Groups, and Family Weekends. This position is also responsible for coordinating and implementing programs, developing curriculum, supervision of summer camp counselors, and providing administrative support. The position requires living on-site near Newport, Oregon at the Coastal Discovery Center.

Participate in programs/initiatives to enhance corporate culture, such as:

  • Working effectively with and supporting volunteers throughout the organization
  • Supporting OMSI’s Total Guest Experience/Customer Service mission & objectives in daily job performance, including diversity initiatives
  • Professionally represent OMSI with all internal and external contacts with appropriate appearance, action and communication.

Application deadline: June 3, 2016

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Marine Science Summer Camp Instructors (Kodiak Village, AK)

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Marine Science Summer Camp Instructors in Alaska’s Kodiak Island

I am looking for adventurous Camp teachers for a Marine Science summer camp in a remote Native village on Kodiak Island, Alaska July 18-22 with a 2-day prep. workshop in Kodiak July 15,16.

  • you love teaching kids about the ocean
  • you have some experience leading kids in hands-on activities
  • you can adapt to changing situations quickly
  • you are ready to live rough and work hard for a week
  • you are curious and willing to learn about the Aleutiq life style
  • a bit of rain and cold does not bother you
  • you are ready to work and live as part of a team
  • you have some prior experience teaching ocean science

I am looking for four Camp teachers and will apply for a travel assistance grant in the order of $1000.- per person to cover travel from Anchorage to Kodiak and from there by small fixed-wing aircraft to Old Harbor as well as food expenses. We will be camping on cots in an old house and making our own meals. I will put people up at my house for the Kodiak workshop.

For more information please email me at switgard@gci.net

Switgard Duesterloh
Asst. Prof. Marine Biology Kodiak College
Kodiak Ocean Science Discovery Program
P.O. Box 2787
Kodiak, AK 99615

[job]: Science Educator, Driftwood Educator Center (St. Simons Island, GA)

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driftwood logoIf you are looking for an exciting, hands-on teaching career where you educate students about coastal ecology, Driftwood Education Center would love to have you as one of our instructors. Driftwood Education Center is a residential, science-based environmental education center that has schools and groups come to learn about the natural world around us. Driftwood is based on St. Simons Island, which is one of the barrier islands off the coast of Georgia. The beautiful marsh habitat is our backyard, and the beach is only a few minutes away. Our fun and engaging classes are both classroom and field-based, and all involve hands-on experiences. Jumping in mud, walking in the sand, and seining for fish are just a few of the exciting learning experiences we offer. We also travel and teach field day trips, such as Cumberland Island National Seashore, Okefenokee Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, and Jekyll Island State Park. Many different classes and trips are offered to the schools that visit us, but we need great teachers to lead our groups of students. We are looking for positive role models and experienced teachers interested in science to come be a part of our education team.
Driftwood Education Center is an equal opportunity employer that is always looking for hard-working, self-motivated, and dedicated staff members to educate students at our center.

Job Description

We have openings for our full-time, seasonal science instructor positions. As an instructor, your main job will be to teach the students that visit us. You will be teaching various coastal ecology classes, along with team building and evening classes. During our field trips to Cumberland, Okefenokee, and Jekyll you will also be leading and educating a group of students. Experience in teaching and working with children is needed to be considered for a position. In addition to teaching, you will also assist in daily tasks such as animal care, tank maintenance, and various office projects.
Duration: August 17, 2016 – May 26, 2017, with an unpaid time off from Christmas until mid-January
Starting Date: August 17, 2016

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[job]: Education Coordinator, Port Townsend Marine Science Center (Port Townsend, WA)

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The Port Townsend Marine Science Center seeks an Education Coordinator. The Education Coordinator is the lead staff member for all formal education programs and partnerships, including school visits, teacher workshops, summer camps, and more. Working in a highly collaborative environment h/she works with a team of educators, including PTMSC AmeriCorps, in delivering the highest quality marine science education programs for and with schools including day programs for local schools, day camps, residential programs, and distance learning opportunities. View the job description.

How to Apply:

Only electronic submissions will be accepted. Please email a cover letter and resume electronically to JobApplications@ptmsc.org with the subject: “Education Coordinator Position”.

Applications will be accepted through April 10.

[job]: Citizen Science Coordinator, Port Townsend Marine Science Center

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The Port Townsend Marine Science Center seeks a Citizen Science Coordinator. The Citizen Science Coordinator is the lead staff member for all of PTMSC’s citizen science research projects. This is the staff lead and main contact for all research partners and citizen science volunteers. This position works closely with the Education Coordinator position in developing citizen science research projects designed to integrate with our education programs. View the job description.

How to Apply:

Only electronic submissions will be accepted. Please email a cover letter and resume electronically to JobApplications@ptmsc.org with the subject: “Citizen Science Coordinator Position”.

Applications will be accepted through April 10.

RA/TA, Coastal Studies for Girls (Freeport, Maine)

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JOB TITLE Resident Assistant/Teaching Assistant (3)
REPORTS TO Head Resident and Director of Student Life
SCHEDULE Full time residential, fall Semester. Fall RA/TA position runs August 21, 2016 through December 16, 2016
APPLICATION DATE March 15. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Coastal Studies for Girls is a residential science and leadership semester school for tenth grade girls located in Freeport, Maine. Resident/Teaching Assistant internships at CSG offer college students and recent college graduates leadership opportunities and learning experiences in a supportive, all girls residential community.

Internship Benefits

You’ll have the opportunity to live and work in a residential community while practicing community building, leadership, experiential education, and educational support skills. Living on the beautiful Maine coast, you’ll participate in field trips to explore the state. We’ll have you out camping, hiking, snowshoeing, conducting marine science field research, and visiting important cultural and educational institutions. We welcome applicants with a wide variety of specialty areas, including but not limited to science, leadership, women’s studies, English, history, mathematics, French and Spanish.

Internship Responsibilities and Compensation

Major responsibilities of RA/TAs include living and working at CSG for a full 18-week fall or spring semester supervising students and assisting the Head Resident, Faculty and Staff, with all school programming and activities. See position description below for specific details. Internships provide full room and board and a stipend.

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