FLANDERS NATURE CENTER & LAND TRUST
Woodbury Connecticut
(203) 263-3711

updated: Feb 2004



DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION

Position Summary: Full time, permanent position responsible for planning, developing and implementing the Center's total education program. This position is ideal for an experienced individual interested in leading the expansion of a thriving, multi-purpose Nature Center & Land Trust.

Responsibilities:
· Provide dynamic leadership in the administration of a regional Nature Center with three-fold educational focus: nature and the environment; farming and agriculture; art in nature.
· Expand educational offerings and activities, including workshops, lectures, interpretive exhibits and outreach programs.
· Administer curriculum-based school programs. Oversee existing pre-K to 12th (emphasis on pre - K to fourth grade) in-school and on-site programs, including: curriculum development, design, implementation and evaluation; preparation of pre- and post-trip materials; development and distribution of related materials.
· Provide day-to-day supervision of all education staff and volunteers including: recruiting, hiring, training, supervising and evaluating educators, intern, and summer day camp staff, as well as all program and committee volunteers.
· Coordinate and oversee all aspects of Summer Nature Camp for children.
· Coordinate a full range of public nature activities and Center special events, including: Maple Syrup interpretative program, Fall Festival, Christmas Fest.
· Advertise, promote, and market educational programs through media contacts, news releases, articles and brochures, etc.

Qualifications:
· Master's degree in environmental education plus 5 years of related experience.
· Strong background and demonstrated experience in administration and planning.
· High level of organizational skills to effectively design, plan, and administer the multiple demands of a varied position.
· Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work independently.
· Demonstrated ability and interest in working with pre -K to Middle school children
· Demonstrated ability to collaborate and partner with diverse individuals and groups.
· Demonstrated success in recruiting, motivating, and supervising staff and volunteers.
· At least three years experience teaching environmental education programs, especially pre-K through Middle school in classroom and outdoor settings.
· Experience in design/delivery of curriculum-based environmental education for schools and summer camp.
· Experience in developing and operating within budgets; keeping detailed records.
· Strong familiarity with New England natural history helpful.

Compensation:
Commensurate with experience; health and retirement benefits; (possibility of housing).

To Apply:
Send letter of interest, resume, and salary history to: Arthur S. Milnor, Executive Director, Flanders Nature Center & Land Trust, P.O. Box 702, Woodbury, CT. 06798