<p>Environmental Education in Winnebago County</p> <p>WHO WE ARE. Severson Dells Nature Center links people to nature through education and research. We promote awareness of the natural world, fostering respect, enjoyment and preservation now and in the future. Severson Dells Nature Center is situated on a 369-acre county forest preserve with four miles of trails through prairie, savanna, oak woodland, creek and pond ecosystems. We aspire to be the local leader in nature education and create meaningful experiences with and for all ages. Our team seeks to build community connections while fostering an inclusive and innovative workplace. YOUR ROLE. Members support Community Science programs like Bumblebee, Bluebird, Frog, Plant, Water Quality, and Bat Monitoring projects. During the term of service, Members will receive training in all of the above topics, best practices in participatory science, volunteer management, and have the opportunity to implement some environmental monitoring projects of their own. We love to support members that want to try new and creative ways to connect people with nature. Severson Dells encourages people of all backgrounds and social identities to apply. WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT. Severson Dells Nature Center is a strong collaborative team who see opportunity in every corner of our community. Our team takes pride in preparing AmeriCorps members for the next step of their professional journey and prioritizes professional development and training opportunities for all members. The Rockford Area has a wealth of habitats to teach in, too! Living Stipend of $22,495 and federal education award of $7,395 after successful completion of service. Car required. Reduced rent housing available $350 a month, includes all utilities except internet. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here.</p> <p>Member Duties : Members support school field trip programs, after school programs, and public programs to help students and adults learn about local habitats, predator and prey interactions, food webs, animal and plant adaptations and basic ecology of the area. During the term of service, Members will receive training in all of the above topics, best practices in environmental education, group management, and have the opportunity to develop and try nature-based lessons and community programs of their own. We love to support members that want to try new and creative ways to connect people with nature. Severson Dells encourages people of all backgrounds and social identities to apply. The full Environmental Education Member service description is on the Severson Dells website at www.seversondells.org/jobs</p> <p>Program Benefits : Housing , Education award upon successful completion of service , Living Allowance , Health Coverage , Training .</p> <p>Terms :</p> <p>Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended .</p> <p>Service Areas :</p> <p>Environment , Education .</p> <p>Skills :</p> <p>Communications , Youth Development , Conflict Resolution , Teaching/Tutoring , Non-Profit Management , First Aid , Community Organization , Public Speaking , Team Work , Education , Writing/Editing , Environment , Leadership , General Skills .</p>