Teaching Opportunities

Employment Opportunities - Education Crew

CURRENT HIRING STATUS:

RiverQuest has completed hiring for Spring 2010. We are currently accepting applications for candidates interested in part-time seasonal employment described below for Fall 2010, should positions become available. For additional information on boat crew opportunities, click here.

TEACHING OPPORTUNITIES

RiverQuest has opportunities from time to time for talented, enthusiastic and adventuresome people to become a part of our a river-based teaching crew! Positions are available seasonally. Qualified individuals have a unique opportunity to teach science, math, and environmental education onboard our floating classroom. Positions, when available, are available in spring (March-June), summer (June-August), and fall (September-November). Training begins a month before each season. Teaching staff can also serve as customer service stewards, teaching crew leaders, and offsite presenters.

These are part-time positions, generally 2-5 days per week in season, 4-8 hour days.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in education, science or related field
• Knowledge in at least one of the following areas: freshwater ecosystems, water quality, navigation, aquatic life, green science and sustainability
• Previous teaching experience in formal or non-formal setting preferred
• Enjoy working with children and adults
• Willingness to work in the outdoors, around water, and onboard a boat
• Act 34/151 clearances
• Pre-employment Drug Testing and Random Drug Testing program participation
  

Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to:

Education Department
RiverQuest
1501 Reedsdale Street, Suite 2001
Pittsburgh, PA 15233

Letters and resumes may be also faxed or emailed as Microsoft Word attachments.

Fax: 412-231-2880

Email: info@riverquest.org

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