Program Coordinator, Delaware Valley Earth Force

Posted by on February 13, 2004

[emailed 02/03/2004]

Program Coordinator. Full Time with benefits.

Will work with the Director of Education to enhance the effective delivery of programs that provide educators and young people with the skills, knowledge and resources to solve local environmental problems through community action projects. Will conduct professional development workshops for educators, provide ongoing guidance and support to educators, research environmental resources, and monitor program implementation. Will visit schools in Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley region. Reports to the Director of Education

Requirements: Minimum of Bachelors Degree, computer and internet literacy, experience working with educators and youth. Excellent interpersonal skills, writing and public speaking skills, networking and organizational skills. Must have the ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team member, be flexible in work schedule (some evening and weekend work required). Must have the means and willingness to travel locally and provide own transportation for all work-related activity. Experience in environmental education and familiarity with academic standards preferred.

Mail resume and cover letter to Delaware Valley Earth Force, 100 Greenwood Avenue, Wyncote, PA 19095, or fax to 215-884-9895

Additional information: Earth Force programs provide a real world context for students to gain scientific knowledge and acquire civic skills as apply what they are learning to community problem solving. While implementing projects that improve the local environment, young people learn that they can make a meaningful difference in their schools, neighborhoods and communities. Our goals are to raise environmental literacy and develop youth skills in decision making,
problem solving and responsible citizenship. We provide quality professional development to teachers through workshops and institutes, supply teachers with outstanding student resources and materials, and give teachers ongoing support and guidance as they implement Earth Force programs in their classrooms.