Urban Ecology and Sustainability Educator
About Living Classrooms
Founded in Baltimore in 1985, Living Classrooms Foundation is a nonprofit that disrupts the cycle of poverty and helps build skills for life. Living Classrooms inspires children, youth, and adults to achieve their potential through hands-on education, workforce development, health and wellness, and violence prevention programming. Utilizing environmental campuses, athletic fields, community centers, and historic ships, Living Classrooms offers experiential learning opportunities.
About BUGS Baltimore Urban Gardening with Students (BUGS)
BUGS is an after-school and summer environmental education enrichment program for 6th-8th graders at The Crossroads School. It aims to strengthen environmental literacy and provide urban youth with educational and recreational experiences. BUGS complements the school day and encourages students to understand, respect, and connect with the natural world.
General Responsibilities
- Participate in the BUGS Annual Student-Run Farmer’s Market
- Care for the flock of chickens
- Create and execute environmental education lessons
- Coordinate program events
- Guide students in making goods for the Farmer’s Market
- Plan and lead environmental-based enrichment activities
- Support increased environmental literacy and connection to the outdoors
- Communicate with parents and support student achievement
- Create and maintain partnerships with relevant organizations
- Assist with administrative tasks
Required Skills
- Experience or willingness to learn about caring for a flock of chickens
- Enjoy working with students
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
- Positive and engaging teaching style
- Knowledge of social-emotional learning techniques
- Familiarity with Baltimore's environmental and natural history
- Interest in urban conservation and environmental issues
- Good public speaking and communication skills
Other Requirements
- Pass a background check
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. National, or Lawful Permanent Resident Alien
- Have a valid driver’s license and good driving record