RANCH NATURALIST

Company: Walker Creek Ranch

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description

Walker Creek Ranch is located in rural West Marin on 1700 acres of beautiful ranch land and is owned
and operated by Marin County Office of Education. We offer residential environmental education
programs tailored toward 5th and 6th grade students. The outdoor school is dedicated to providing
equitable, inclusive, and high-quality educational experiences for teachers and students that inspire
appreciation and stewardship of the natural world.

Responsibilities: Create a safe, equitable, and inclusive learning environment for students to have a
positive outdoor experience. Plan and teach hands-on Environmental Science curriculum aligned with
the Next Generation Science Standards. Model and encourage environmentally responsible behavior.
Applicants should be physically able to work long hours and participate in strenuous activity. Position
requires flexibility and the ability to work as part of a team. Responsibilities also include working two
evening programs a week.

Desired Qualifications: Experience teaching students environmental education curriculum.
Demonstrated ability to engage and manage student groups in an outdoor setting. Course work and/or
experience in Natural Sciences, Environmental Education, Interpretation, or Outdoor Recreation. Ability
to speak a second language and/or play a musical instrument a plus. Experience in working with diverse
populations highly desired.

How to Apply

To Apply: submit the following documents online at https://www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/1927159 • Letter of interest/introduction/cover letter • Current resume • Three recent letters of recommendation (preferred but not required)
Contact Person: Rowan Arcaris
Contact Phone: 4154916600
Posted on: May 15, 2024
Location: Petaluma, Ca
Job Type: Full Time
Job Starting Date:
September 3, 2024
Application Closing Date:
May 19
Job Salary Range:
$22.57/ hr plus lodging
Population(s) Served: Youth - General
Region(s): California