Join Our Team!
Looking for a job that gets you out on the ocean? MarineLab is seeking marine science instructors for our education center in Key Largo, FL. Our waterfront facility provides quick access to the marine ecosystem protected by Everglades National Park, John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, and the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.
Job duties include leading discussions and labs on subtropical marine topics such as seagrass, mangroves, and coral reefs; operating a 26’ twin hull boat and leading snorkeling field trips via boat to investigate local marine communities; supervising students in the water; and minor maintenance duties associated with upkeep of boats, labs and equipment. Instructors must be team-oriented and flexible; evenings and weekends are required, you must be prepared to work long hours during the height of our season in April, May and June.
Requirements: Potential instructors MUST like interacting with children and youth from 5th grade through high school, have an enthusiastic, outgoing personality, and have a high tolerance for working outdoors in all kinds of weather. BA/BS in marine science or related life science; SCUBA certified; teaching experience; small boat (20’ – 26’) operating experience. Current Lifeguard/FirstAid/CPR certification is a plus but we will train at no cost to you.
Both permanent and seasonal positions are available. Permanent position earns $26,500 salary plus health insurance, paid vacation and sick leave. Seasonal positions start January 18, 2012 and end July 24, 2012, with a salary of $300-$350 per week, plus housing and most meals. Paid training. Wireless internet access.
Complete the application and return with a copy of your resume to ginette.hughes@marinelab.org, or fax to 305-451-3909. Deadline is November 30, 2011.
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