Playcard Environmental Education Assistant

Playcard Environmental Education Center is located 6 miles west of Loris, South Carolina, on 200 acres of lush rolling woodlands along the banks of beautiful Playcard Swamp. The center is surrounded by some of the state's most ecologically diverse features, including the Pee Dee and Waccamaw Rivers, and Cartwheel Bay Heritage Preserve.

About the role

This position will be under the direct supervision of the Playcard teacher, performing duties related to the facilities and student programs.

Responsibilities

• Co-facilitate a wide range of programs including environmental, outdoor, and experiential education such as aquatic ecology, herpetology, wildlife biology, camping, canoeing/kayaking, and challenge course (40%)
• Animal care (5%)
• Provide program maintenance and development (20%)
• General maintenance, grounds/housekeeping, and kitchen duties (35%)
• Assume other responsibilities as assigned by the Playcard Teacher

Requirements

• Associate's Degree or enrolled in specific post-secondary studies in an environmental-related area of study (preferred)
• Valid South Carolina driver's license
• General knowledge of grounds equipment operations
• Genuine interest in children and teaching; positive attitude; outgoing personality; open-minded; willingness to learn
• Well-developed communication skills and leadership ability
• Experience in education, environmental education, outdoor education, natural science, recreation, or a related field
• Hands-on experience with power tools and equipment such as chainsaws, tractors, etc.
• Animal care experience and willingness to learn light carpentry skills
• Ability to pass a criminal background check

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Regularly required to stand, reach with hands and arms, walk, sit, stoop or kneel, crouch or crawl
• Frequently lift or move up to 40 pounds
• Specific vision requirements: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time
• Manual dexterity for using a telephone and data entry
• Read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids
• Hear and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone
• Speak in audible tones so others may understand clearly in person and on the telephone

Work Environment

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay

Pay Grade: 101. Click here for salary scales.

Schedule

37.5 hours per week during a 190-day school year.