Position: Education Program Specialist – Northern Illinois University, Lorado Taft Campus. August 11, 2010 – May 31, 2011.

Responsibilities: develop and teach classes in the outdoor environment to students in the 4^th to 8^th grades, develop curricula, participate in staff training prior to teaching, assist in the coordination of the residential environmental education program, and care for a project area. Two Saturdays per year of leading groups on the challenge course with the conference program are required. Additional optional weekend opportunities exist.

Qualifications: Prior experience working or participating in outdoor/environmental education or recreation activities. Prior experience working with children in the role of teacher, coach, mentor, counselor, or related situations. Degree in education, science, history, or related field preferred. 

Benefits: $1,250/month; housing (private room) and board when the dining hall is in operation; full benefit package, including paid holiday, retirement, health, vision, and dental. A background check is required. 

To apply, submit a letter of interest; resume; and name, address, and phone number of three references by email to melcostello@niu.edu or by mail to Melanie Costello, Outdoor Education Coordinator, Lorado Taft Campus, PO Box 299, Oregon, Illinois 61061. 

Review of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled. 

For a detailed job description or further information, contact Melanie Costello at 815/732-2111, ext. 132, melcostello@niu.edu or visit our web site at www.niu.edu/taft.   Northern Illinois University is an AA/EEO institution.