top of page

Work & Volunteer Opportunities

IMG_7001.jpg

We are always seeking positive, energetic, curious, and kindhearted people to work with us. Whether you are interested in working or volunteering with us, please contact us here. Thanks!

​

Currently seeking:

​

Before & After-School Program Facilitator

Summer Camp Counselors

Interns

Substitute Teachers

Teaching Positions

Nature Connect Teacher Requirements:

​
  • You love being with children

  • You have a strong connection with nature

  • You are inherently positive, energetic, curious, and kindhearted

  • You are thoughtful, alert, aware, and able to keep children safe in the outdoors

  • You are comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions

  • You are comfortable sitting on the ground, getting dirty, handling insects, and other small creatures

  • You are interested in learning/further growth in naturalist studies and mentoring

  • You are curious and able to learn new ways of interacting with children

  • You are solid in yourself and able to interact with children and parents with love and respect

  • You are physically fit and able to crouch, dig, climb, hike, and carry up to 40-50lbs

 
Teaching Qualifications:
​
  • Preferred MA, BA, teaching certificate or AA in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Environmental Science or related field 

  • Certified CPR and basic first aid

  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

  • Passionate about nature-based early childhood or elementary education

  • Comfortable working with children with differing developmental needs

  • Able to convey wonder and cheerfulness in all weather

  • Warm and caring personality - friendly and approachable to children and families

​

If you are drawn to working with us, please apply. To apply, please email brittany@natureconnectalabama.org and express your interest in a position. Please only apply if you have an absolute love for children, a happy heart, a playful spirit and a strong relationship with the natural world. Thank you, and we look forward to hearing from you!

Community Work & Volunteer Opportunities

Nature Connect Volunteer Opportunities:

​​
 
Community Work Opportunities:
​

​​

bottom of page