Job Description
Position Title: 2025 Part-time Summer Program Assistant (approx. 10-12 hours per/week)
Location: Rancocas Nature Center, Westampton, NJ 08060
Reports To: Sanctuary Director
Job Classification Seasonal: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, June 24 to August 7
(specific dates/hours TBD)
Position Title: 2025 Part-time Summer Program Assistant (approx. 10-12 hours per/week)
Location: Rancocas Nature Center, Westampton, NJ 08060
Reports To: Sanctuary Director
Job Classification Seasonal: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, June 24 to August 7
(specific dates/hours TBD)
Job Description:
The Rancocas Nature Center is looking for an enthusiastic candidate to work with our staff during the
summer program season. The Part-time Summer Program Assistant will work with Rancocas staff and
volunteers and help facilitate environmental education programs. The candidate will gain valuable
education experience and natural history knowledge while learning group management in an outdoor
setting.
Major Responsibilities:
• Responsibilities may include crafts, activities, games, and daily set-up and breakdown of outdoor
educational areas
• Work in cooperation with Rancocas teacher naturalists and/or environmental educators and
facilitate group management and safety concerns
• Assist with daily programs and supervision of children at the center and on the trails
• Learn about the components of age-appropriate curriculum and daily lessons
• Help with care and maintenance of the resident animals, grounds, gardens, and trail system
Job-related Skills:
• Good communication skills, especially with children and young adults.
• A strong interest in the natural world
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to accept direction and constructive criticism
• Strong computer and internet skills; knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Team player
• Punctual with effective time management and organizational skills
• Ability to be self-directed and work independently, as necessary
Qualifications:
• Experience working with children and groups
• Majoring in education, science, environmental studies, natural resources or like field
• Ability to work outdoors, hike 2-5 miles, and to lift 25 lbs.
• Must have reliable transportation
Starting Date: Tuesday, June 17, 2025 (or agreed upon alternative during that week)
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience
Application Deadline: Friday, May 9, 2025
Send resume and cover letter via email to: Sanctuary Director Susan Buffalino at
susan.buffalino@rancocasnaturecenter.org
The Rancocas Nature Center does not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, race, sexual
orientation, or religious affiliation. The Rancocas Nature Center is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Description:
The Rancocas Nature Center is looking for an enthusiastic candidate to work with our staff during the
summer program season. The Part-time Summer Program Assistant will work with Rancocas staff and
volunteers and help facilitate environmental education programs. The candidate will gain valuable
education experience and natural history knowledge while learning group management in an outdoor
setting.
Major Responsibilities:
• Responsibilities may include crafts, activities, games, and daily set-up and breakdown of outdoor
educational areas
• Work in cooperation with Rancocas teacher naturalists and/or environmental educators and
facilitate group management and safety concerns
• Assist with daily programs and supervision of children at the center and on the trails
• Learn about the components of age-appropriate curriculum and daily lessons
• Help with care and maintenance of the resident animals, grounds, gardens, and trail system
Job-related Skills:
• Good communication skills, especially with children and young adults.
• A strong interest in the natural world
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to accept direction and constructive criticism
• Strong computer and internet skills; knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Team player
• Punctual with effective time management and organizational skills
• Ability to be self-directed and work independently, as necessary
Qualifications:
• Experience working with children and groups
• Majoring in education, science, environmental studies, natural resources or like field
• Ability to work outdoors, hike 2-5 miles, and to lift 25 lbs.
• Must have reliable transportation
Starting Date: Tuesday, June 17, 2025 (or agreed upon alternative during that week)
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience
Application Deadline: Friday, May 9, 2025
Send resume and cover letter via email to: Sanctuary Director Susan Buffalino at
susan.buffalino@rancocasnaturecenter.org
The Rancocas Nature Center does not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, race, sexual
orientation, or religious affiliation. The Rancocas Nature Center is an equal opportunity employer.