Job Opportunity at the ABQ BioPark: Camp Teacher

All spring break camp teachers must be available to work April 1-5. All hired summer teachers must attend training in May and be available for work from the week of June 3 - July 26. Both full and part time positions are available. 

Requirements:

The minimum education and experience requirements are two years of major coursework in science, education, or a related field, plus 3-6 months teaching experience, formal or informal, preferably in the sciences. Related education and experience may be interchangeable on a year-for-year basis. All applicants must pass a background check.

The individuals selected as the Camp BioPark Teachers will:

• Conduct one or more of 15 different week-long day camps for grades K-1, 2-3, 4-6 or 7-9.  See www.cabq.gov for a complete list of classes.
• Develop and implement lesson plans and activities for the assigned class
• Promote conservation through experiential learning utilizing the BioPark’s facilities
• Maintain a safe learning environment
• Engage each child in an active, inquiry based, child-centered atmosphere
• Supervise volunteers assigned to assist with each Camp BioPark classes
• Communicate effectively with BioPark staff, campers and parents/guardians of campers
• Perform general administrative tasks associated with Camp BioPark

Teacher Work schedule:

Monday-Friday; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for full-day camps or 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or noon to 4:30 p.m. for half-day camps. Not all camps are offered every week.  

Pay rate:

$16 per hour; hours per week varies with assignment. 

To apply:

Send resume, cover letter, and two references to Bethany Dunn, BioPark Education Curator at [email protected]   

Application Deadline:

Open until positions are filled

For more information, please call 505-768-3387 or email [email protected]