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Northern Illinois University
  • Position Number: 1917817
  • Location: DeKalb, IL
  • Position Type: Health - Public and Environmental Health


Outdoor Education Instructor (Multiple Positions) - 38758

Posting Number: FAC0158P
Classification: Instructor
Job Code: 2070FACUL
Type of Position: F
FTE: 1.00
Representation: Non-Union
Department: Lorado Taft Operations

Position Description Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the Outdoor Education Extension Faculty Supervisor, the Outdoor Education Instructor is responsible for the instruction of resident outdoor education experiences for elementary and middle school students.


Required Qualifications:


Preferred Qualifications:
Experience as an educator, program staff, naturalist or related position at a residential outdoor education center, nature center, or similar facility preferred.
Previous experience in preparing lesson plans, outlines, or guides in preparation to teach or facilitate activities.
Previous experience leading or facilitating groups in team building activities.
Ability to work effectively with co-workers and supervisors to achieve the goals of the program.
Ability to convey information about environmental topics without bias and with the goal of encouraging lifelong learning.
Ability to effectively engage in behavior management in order to maintain students interest and participation in outdoor classes and activities.
Ability to manage work time effectively and with little supervision to ensure preparedness and project completion.
Flexibility and the ability to deal with the unexpected and quickly changing nature of outdoor activities and children.
Demonstrated enthusiasm for the outdoors and outdoor education, even when conditions are challenging.
Demonstrated professionalism as related to the field.
Demonstrated competence in verbal communication, particularly the ability to present information, ideas, directions, etc. in a clear and concise manner.
Demonstrated initiative to go above and beyond minimum assigned duties.


Hiring Rate/Range: $1,600/month
Working Hours: Varies
Posting Date: 01/08/2020
Closing Date:
Priority Review Date:
Open Until Filled?

Special Instructions to Applicants:
For questions regarding this position and application, please contact Melanie Costello, melcostello@niu.edu, 815-753-0205.


To apply, visit https://employment.niu.edu/postings/52122

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560






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