OPS Florida 4H Camps Environmental Educator - Gainesville
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Job description
Job No: 536598Work Type:
Full Time
Location:
In the State of Florida
Categories:
Early childhood education/Childcare
Department:
AG-4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Job Description
Classification Title:
OPS Florida 4H Camps Environmental Educator
Job Description:
Essential Tasks
You will play a key role in creating engaging and hands-on environmental experiences
Your responsibilities will include:
Organizing, delivering, and evaluating 100 educational programs focused on Florida's vital natural resources (land, air, soil, water) for students in grades K-12 through on-site and outreach programs.
Collaborating with fellow team members to create a lasting, positive impact on our Florida youth.
Benefits
Tangible
Receive a biweekly living stipend $760- $860
Earn a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award for completion of your term of service
AmeriCorps member housing may be available on-site
Enjoy loan deferment and interest forbearance on qualified student loans while in service:
Childcare benefits may be available for members with children under 13
Health insurance is available for FULL-TIME members
Explore additional benefits for AmeriCorps at:
Intangible
Be part of transforming the lives of youth through hands-on environmental learning
Connect with a strong network of youth development and environmental professionals and fellow educators
Onboarding &Training
Your journey with us begins with comprehensive onboarding focused on crucial areas such as UF Human Resources, 4-H Standards, Youth Protection, and grant expectations
Orientation and mid-year training are required and will include overnight travel
Training
Experiential Learning:
You will learn how to make education engaging and actionable
Behavior Modification Techniques:
Equip you with strategies to guide the youth effectively
Ongoing Professional Development:
Monthly check-ins and continuous training based on member needs
Environmental Education:
You will learn a myriad of curriculum based on Florida's natural ecosystems
Grant standards training
Evaluations and Reporting
Your performance will be monitored through mid-term and end-of-term evaluations to ensure a high-quality educational delivery. You will be responsible for bi-weekly timesheet reporting, monthly data reports, and quarterly narrative reports of educational programs delivered.
Supervisor's name and contact information
Program Director:
Samatha Brown, 4-H AmeriCorps Program Director,
On-site Supervisor: Ariel Blanton, 4-H Camp Timpoochee Camp Director, ,
On-site Supervisor: Bill Tillet, 4-H Camp Cloverleaf Camp Director,
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Length of position
September July 2026 (hiring is on a rolling basis; members will be onboarded as available)
Grant Funded positions can serve as a Full-time (1700 hrs), Three-Quarters Time (1200 hrs), Half-time (900 hrs), or One-Quarter Time (450 hrs) Member.
Service hours will vary depending on when you start the service year.Typically, M-F, 8-5. Some night and weekend work may be required.
Expected Salary:
Biweekly living stipend range $760-$860
Minimum Requirements:
A High School diploma or its equivalent is the minimum requirement.
Must pass a Background Screening before hire. Valid driver's license preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience in education, natural resources, youth development, science, recreational leadership, or related fields.
Experience with environmental education and educating youth
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Ability to teach pre-designed environmental education curricula to a wide age group
Strong and effective oral and written communication with both large and small groups
A passion for customer service and environmental education
Special Instructions To Applicants:
This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not apply.
Must pass a State and Federal Background Screening before hire.
In order to be considered please submit a resume and cover letter.
Health Assessment Required:
No
Applications Close: 30 May 2026
To apply, visit
Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S.
The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws.
If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call or the Florida Relay System at TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.Copyright 2025 Inc. All rights reserved.
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