[Coral-List] Marine Science Education Positions Available

[Judy Gregoire]

Please share the following information with anyone you know who would be an enthusiastic leader of hands-on marine science programs in the Florida Keys!!!
 
The Newfound Harbor Marine Institute at Seacamp is currently hiring Marine Science Instructors and Marine Science Education Interns for our upcoming Fall 2008 season in Big Pine Key, FL.   Newfound Harbor Marine Institute is a nonprofit, residential, environmental educational organization offering marine science activities to visiting elementary, secondary, college, and adult groups.
 
Marine Science Instructors and Marine Science Education Interns are responsible for leading interpretive programs in tropical marine science for visiting schools and participate in support services required to run a residential facility. 
 
Extensive on-site training includes: science seminars, American Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguarding, Oxygen administration, First Aid, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer, boat handling, skin diving skills, teaching techniques and more. 
 
Qualifications: 
Instructor - Must have a college degree in the biological sciences, environmental science, or education. Must have at least one full year of teaching experience. 
Intern - Must be working towards a degree in the biological sciences, environmental science, or education or related fields. Must have completed at least one year of college level biology. 
All staff - Must be a strong swimmer and have a desire to live and work in a community setting. 
 
Salary/Benefits: Salary/stipend, room and board provided on property, extensive training opportunities, worker's compensation insurance, and staff boat use during time off.  An opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children as they experience the marine environment as their classroom. 
 
To apply: Send you resume to info at nhmi.org. We will contact you to complete your employment packet with a cover letter, Seacamp application, official college transcripts, and three letters of recommendation. 
 
Seasonal employment: Fall (Late August/Early September-December). Spring (January-May) Summer (May-August). Multi-seasonal and year-round positions are available. Internship credit is available.
 
Judy Gregoire
Director
Newfound Harbor Marine Institute at Seacamp
1300 Big Pine Avenue
Big Pine Key, FL 33043
1-877-SEACAMP
info at nhmi.org