Part-Time UF/IFAS Florida 4-H Camp Cloverleaf Environmental Education Educator

  • The University of Florida
  • United States, FL
  • Jul 22, 2026

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    Job Description:

    Classification Title:

    OPS Time Limited Non-Clerical
    Classification Minimum Requirements:

    High School diploma or equivalent
    Job Description:

    Essential Tasks

    Florid 4-H environmental educators play a key role in creating engaging and hands-on environmental education experiences. Your responsibilities will include:

    • Teach, organize, and evaluate educational programs, focused on Florida’s marine natural resources, to students in grades K-12 through day residential, and outreach programs
    • Provide programmatic support to maintain and increase marine and environmental education classes, activities, and materials.
    • Assist with animal care for education animals
    • Help maintain clean facilities utilized for educational programs on-site
    • May assist with dining hall duties as needed, for on-site educational programs
    • Help with other programmatic responsibilities as needed.

    Benefits of Accepting this Position

    Tangible:

    • Hourly wage of $16.50/hour, with average work week of 30 hours/week
    • Housing may be available on-site at no additional cost
    • American Red Cross certifications provided, including: First Aid, CPR, AED, and waterfront lifeguarding
    • Explore additional benefits for University of Florida OPS positions at: Temporary Staff (OPS) | Current Employees

    Intangible:

    Be part of the world’s largest positive youth development program (4-H) and connected to a top 5 University (University of Florida). Make a difference in the future of Florida’s environment by educating our youth. Connect with a strong network of youth development and environmental professionals and fellow educators.
    Expected Salary:

    $16.50 per hour
    Required Qualifications:

    High School diploma or equivalent.
    Preferred:

    Preferred qualification is a Bachelors Degree, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, in sciences, education, natural resources, youth development, recreational leadership or other related fields is required. Must pass a Background Screening prior to hire. Valid driver’s license preferred.

    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

    • Teach pre-designed environmental education curricula to a variety of ages and abilities
    • Effective oral communication with both large and small groups
    • Effective written communication
    • Customer service
    • Experience working with youth
    • Knowledge, experience and/or interest in teaching marine and environmental education
    Special Instructions to Applicants:

    This position is an OPS seasonal position, with two seasons available for employment:

    • Fall Term: 9/15/26 – 11/25/26
    • Winter/Spring Term: 1/15/27-4/30/27

    Weekly schedules vary, depending upon programming but would typically be M-F, between 8-5. Some night and weekend work. Average of 30 hours/week.

    In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

    Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

    This is a time-limited position.

    Health Assessment Required: No



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    Job Description:

    Classification Title:

    OPS Time Limited Non-Clerical
    Classification Minimum Requirements:

    High School diploma or equivalent
    Job Description:

    Essential Tasks

    Florid 4-H environmental educators play a key role in creating engaging and hands-on environmental education experiences. Your responsibilities will include:

    • Teach, organize, and evaluate educational programs, focused on Florida’s marine natural resources, to students in grades K-12 through day residential, and outreach programs
    • Provide programmatic support to maintain and increase marine and environmental education classes, activities, and materials.
    • Assist with animal care for education animals
    • Help maintain clean facilities utilized for educational programs on-site
    • May assist with dining hall duties as needed, for on-site educational programs
    • Help with other programmatic responsibilities as needed.

    Benefits of Accepting this Position

    Tangible:

    • Hourly wage of $16.50/hour, with average work week of 30 hours/week
    • Housing may be available on-site at no additional cost
    • American Red Cross certifications provided, including: First Aid, CPR, AED, and waterfront lifeguarding
    • Explore additional benefits for University of Florida OPS positions at: Temporary Staff (OPS) | Current Employees

    Intangible:

    Be part of the world’s largest positive youth development program (4-H) and connected to a top 5 University (University of Florida). Make a difference in the future of Florida’s environment by educating our youth. Connect with a strong network of youth development and environmental professionals and fellow educators.
    Expected Salary:

    $16.50 per hour
    Required Qualifications:

    High School diploma or equivalent.
    Preferred:

    Preferred qualification is a Bachelors Degree, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, in sciences, education, natural resources, youth development, recreational leadership or other related fields is required. Must pass a Background Screening prior to hire. Valid driver’s license preferred.

    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

    • Teach pre-designed environmental education curricula to a variety of ages and abilities
    • Effective oral communication with both large and small groups
    • Effective written communication
    • Customer service
    • Experience working with youth
    • Knowledge, experience and/or interest in teaching marine and environmental education
    Special Instructions to Applicants:

    This position is an OPS seasonal position, with two seasons available for employment:

    • Fall Term: 9/15/26 – 11/25/26
    • Winter/Spring Term: 1/15/27-4/30/27

    Weekly schedules vary, depending upon programming but would typically be M-F, between 8-5. Some night and weekend work. Average of 30 hours/week.

    In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

    Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

    This is a time-limited position.

    Health Assessment Required: No

    Posted:

    22/07/2026





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