[Coral-List] Position Available

Bruce Neill bruce at sanibelseaschool.org
Wed Sep 16 08:11:40 EDT 2015


We have a position available for a marine educator in SW Florida.  The
description is below.

*Job Title: Marine Science Instructor*

*Job Type: Full Time*

*Location: Captiva, FL or Sanibel, FL*

*BASIC SUMMARY*

The Marine Science Instructor is responsible for assisting with the
development and delivery of a pedagogical curriculum that supports the
mission of Sanibel Sea School.

*PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and
level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this
classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list
of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so
classified.

·       Supervise children and adults in a variety of outdoor and marine
environments

·       Foster an appreciation for marine ecosystems and encourage students
to practice good ocean stewardship, leading by example

·       Maintain a high standard of quality and excellence when teaching
field programs

·       Maintain a working knowledge of marine and local biota as well as
significant developments and trends in marine science, coastal ecology, and
marine conservation, especially related to Southwest Florida

·       Act as an ambassador of Sanibel Sea School, working to promote our
programs on the South Seas Island and Sundial Resort properties and within
the local community

·       Assist with the maintenance and upkeep of facilities and equipment

·       Provide support for Sanibel Sea School projects as needed

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform
each essential duty satisfactorily.  The QUALIFICATIONS, PHYSICAL DEMANDS,
and WORK CONDITIONS listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities perform the essential functions.

*QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED*

·       A college degree with a background in Early Childhood Education,
Elementary/ Secondary Education, Environmental Education, Biology, Marine
Biology, or a similar field

·       Experience working with children

·       Certifications (or capable of obtaining certifications) in CPR,
First Aid, and Lifeguarding

·       Strong and competent swimmer, comfortable in outdoor settings and
physically capable of leading groups of children in a variety of natural
environments

·       Desire to promote marine conservation by sharing his or her passion
and knowledge of the natural world with students

 *WORK ENVIRONMENT*

·       The performance of this position primarily occurs in an outdoor
subtropical setting with some indoor classroom-based work

*PHYSICAL DEMANDS*

·       Ability to sit or stand for long periods as required, may require
walking for periodic intervals throughout the day

·       Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting up to
forty (40) pounds, as required throughout the work day; proper lifting
techniques required

·       Ability to work in the sub-tropical conditions of SW Florida for
eight-hour workdays



*TO APPLY, PLEASE SEND A PDF COVER LETTER AND RESUME OR CV
TO JOBS at SANIBELSEASCHOOL.ORG <jobs at sanibelseaschool.org> WITH THE SUBJECT
LINE [MARINE SCIENCE INSTRUCTOR – YOUR NAME]. APPLICATION DEADLINE
IS 9/18/15, SANIBEL SEA SCHOOL RESERVES THE RIGHT TO FILL THE POSITION
BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE.*


J. Bruce Neill, Ph.D.

Ocean Advocate and Executive Director

<http://sanibelseaschool.org/>



A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Our vision is a world where all people value, understand and care for the
ocean.

P.O. Box 1229 - 455 Periwinkle Way - Sanibel, FL 33957
*Phone:* 239.472.8585

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