PROJECT OCEANOLOGY GROTON, CT MARINE SCIENCE EDUCATION INSTITUTION PART-TIME MARINE SCIENCE INSTRUCTOR
JOB DESCRIPTION This is highly responsible, complex, and skilled work planning, instructing, and overseeing the safety of marine science education programs, which include shoreline, lab, and research vessel lessons. Duties include academic year educational programs primarily consisting of instructing classes for students (grades 5 through 12) during school year programs and for the general public (age 6 or older) during summer and winter programs. The position requires the use of independent judgment, initiative, maturity, observation, and communication skills. This position is based at Project Oceanology in Groton, CT, but instructors must be available to work in other locations such as New Bedford and Boston, Massachusetts. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Coordinates with other Project Oceanology staff to customize lessons and engages participants during instructional and transition times. Teaches oceanographic content and research techniques, and relates marine science topics to people having a wide range of interests, ages, and educational backgrounds. Prepares course materials such as syllabi and handouts, lectures and lesson plans. Plans, evaluates, and revises curricula, course content, course materials and methods of instructions, as needed. Modifies and/or develops activities to enhance academic year and summer season lesson options, especially as they relate to national and state Department of Education curriculum frameworks. Greets program groups at least 15 minutes prior to the assigned program time, and remains at least 15 minutes after to help with clean-up and debriefing. Provides a safe, supportive and friendly environment throughout Project Oceanology programs and facilities. Knowledge of, and broad interest in, oceans, including coastal ecosystems, fisheries resources, human interactions and management issues. Knowledge and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for groups and individuals, and the measurement of training effects. Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and teach via written, oral, and visual media. Knowledge of effective supervisory principles and practices. Possess management skills required to supervise, delegate and share responsibilities. Working knowledge of the needs of the adolescent population. Considerable ability to establish and maintain effective and courteous working relationships with school officials, public officials, members of the general public, students, coworkers, and superiors. Ability to instruct others and to work with persons from diverse backgrounds, including urban youth. Ability to work with, classes of students and with general public groups. Ability to work as a team member and a leader; must be outgoing, patient, energetic and enthusiastic; must have good communication and interpersonal skills. Fluency in Spanish is highly desirable. Ability to be available to work a flexible schedule that includes early mornings, daytime, evenings, and weekends, and to work in off site locations including other harbors that may require week- long accommodations out-of-state. Must possess a BA or BS degree. Biology and oceanography background and/or course work is desirable. Masters degree, or work towards a Masters degree, is preferred. Connecticut Teachers Certificate is preferred. Boating and teaching experience and experience with the use of standard oceanographic equipment is preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross First Aid, American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR, and CT Safe Boating License (or Coast Guard license) are required. Lifeguard certification, SCUBA, and Coast Guard license are preferred. State of Connecticut Health form is required. Subject to a mandatory random drug-testing program. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Considerable physical stamina to work outdoors all day regardless of weather is required. The employee must have the ability to carry, lift and move equipment and manipulate up to 100 lbs. Project Oceanology 1084 Shennecossett Rd. Groton, CT 06405 www.oceanology.org
