National Science Teachers Association
Science in the Park Instructor
National Science Teachers Association, Lake Ridge, Virginia, United States
Science in the Park Program
The Department of Parks and Recreation offers the Science in the Park program to students and staff of Prince William County and surrounding areas. The program supports student learning in environmental sciences and provides hands‑on, meaningful science fieldtrips for students Kindergarten through sixth grade (K‑6). It is aligned with Virginia’s 2018 SOL and is a proud partner of Prince William County schools.
Instructors Science in the Park Instructors lead grade‑specific science lessons for students K‑6. Lessons are held primarily outdoors at three Prince William County parks: Locust Shade and Lake Ridge Parks on the eastern end, and Silver Lake Park on the western end. Instructors work as part of a team to teach groups ranging in size from 8‑16 students per group. Each group is supported by school chaperones or other Science in the Park staff.
Science in the Park seeks fun, organized, and highly motivated individuals with an interest in nature and experience working with children.
Responsibilities
Implement grade‑specific lessons and activities as outlined in the curriculum.
Supervise and maintain safety of participants.
Ensure a fun and meaningful experience for those participating in the program.
Field trips are scheduled Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., running seasonally from March 1 to June 1, and September 1 to November 30. Instructors also lead additional environmental outreach programs throughout the year.
Qualifications Minimum age 18 years old and a minimum of 12 months of teaching/instruction experience.
Benefits All training and required certifications are paid by the county. The Department of Parks and Recreation conducts criminal background checks and requires fingerprinting for all new hires aged 18 or older.
Compensation Starting Rate of Pay:
$16.66 per hour.
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Instructors Science in the Park Instructors lead grade‑specific science lessons for students K‑6. Lessons are held primarily outdoors at three Prince William County parks: Locust Shade and Lake Ridge Parks on the eastern end, and Silver Lake Park on the western end. Instructors work as part of a team to teach groups ranging in size from 8‑16 students per group. Each group is supported by school chaperones or other Science in the Park staff.
Science in the Park seeks fun, organized, and highly motivated individuals with an interest in nature and experience working with children.
Responsibilities
Implement grade‑specific lessons and activities as outlined in the curriculum.
Supervise and maintain safety of participants.
Ensure a fun and meaningful experience for those participating in the program.
Field trips are scheduled Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., running seasonally from March 1 to June 1, and September 1 to November 30. Instructors also lead additional environmental outreach programs throughout the year.
Qualifications Minimum age 18 years old and a minimum of 12 months of teaching/instruction experience.
Benefits All training and required certifications are paid by the county. The Department of Parks and Recreation conducts criminal background checks and requires fingerprinting for all new hires aged 18 or older.
Compensation Starting Rate of Pay:
$16.66 per hour.
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