Description

ABOUT RAMAPO COLLEGE:

Ramapo College of New Jersey (RCNJ) develops ethical leaders who serve as change agents across all sectors. The College’s unique interdisciplinary academic structure, its liberal arts core, its size (approximately 5,500 students), and its setting in the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains on the New Jersey/New York border provide an optimal environment for individualized, student-centered learning and leadership development. RCNJ’s designation as “New Jersey’s Public Liberal Arts College” by the State legislature is the foundation from which the College’s commitment to an accessible and transformative undergraduate and graduate education is realized.

Established in 1969, CondeNast Traveler named Ramapo one of the 50 Most Beautiful College Campuses in America. The barrier-free campus occupies 300 acres and is home to 52 bachelor’s degree programs spanning the arts, business, data science, humanities, education, nursing, social work, social sciences, and the sciences. Ramapo College boasts an average student/faculty ratio of 16:1 and an average class size of 21; affording students the opportunity to develop close ties to the College’s exceptional faculty. In addition, the College offers graduate programs leading to master’s degrees in Accounting, Applied Mathematics, Business Administration, Contemporary Instructional Design, Computer Science, Creative Music Technology, Data Science, Educational Leadership, Nursing, Social Work, and Special Education, as well as a Doctor of Nursing Practice. Every degree program is designed and delivered through the collaborative and interdisciplinary efforts of student-centered faculty scholars and staff who are committed to serving the public good through the delivery of an academically rigorous, inclusive, and a transformative collegiate experience.  Ramapo is ranked #1 among New Jersey public institutions by College Choice and is recognized as the State’s top college on the list of Best Disability Schools by Great Value Colleges. Further commendations include designation as a “Military Friendly College” in Victory Media’s Guide to Military Friendly Schools, and as a leading college by U.S. News & World Report, Kiplinger’s, Princeton Review, and Money Magazine, among others. 

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Examples of Duties

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Disability Education, the Environmental Educator is responsible for the development and implementation of education programs for students in the K-12 educational environment and for visiting groups from the community. The Environmental Educator conducts programs for educators and other special programs as required.

PAY:   $20/hour

Qualifications

Duties:

Implement educational programs and enhances lesson plans correlated to State and Next generation Science Standards (NGSS).Facilitate teacher-training workshops in house and in schools; develops and implements traveling programs to schools, nursing homes, libraries, and hospitals.Responds to public inquiries following established guidelines and contributes to team effort by completing tasks on an as needed assigned basis.Establishes liaison and maintains cooperative working relationships with MEC staff whose functions impact on assigned responsibilities.  These include environmental educators, Assistant Directors, School District Coordinator and the NJMC.Consults with supervisor on a regular basis to report progress on assignments, to report problems, and to resolve problems.Wear designated uniform shirts when presenting a program to school groups and the public.
Experience
One year of professional experience related to the functions of the position, or equivalency as determined by the appointing authority.
Experience working with children in a classroom environment strongly preferred.
Knowledge, skill and abilitiesField knowledge of flora and fauna required. Knowledge of animal care, ecosystems and/or environmental issues preferred.Be familiar with NGSS and State Content Standards.Innovative teaching techniques/strategies.Ability to conduct classes outdoors under varied conditions.Research and develop new programs for school groups and general public.Demonstrated computer literacy/ knowledge of current educational technologyAssist in the production of literature for program use.Be able to travel to various facilities and present programs

Supplemental Information

EEO STATEMENT:

Ramapo College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Ramapo has a long history of advocating, advising, and supporting diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. Examples can be found in its mission statement, strategic plans, degree and course offerings, community outreach programs, and diversity programs. Ramapo’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is infused across all facets of the College; where the environment is welcoming, dedicated to social justice, respectful of freedom of expression, focused on educating and having an ongoing conversation regarding cultural competence and the benefits and importance of diversity.