Educational Technician (Seasonal)

Summary Open to the first 75 applicants or until 07/30/2026 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration. Likely entry on duty: Nov - Dec 2026. Please visit find a park for additional park information.Major Duties: The purpose of this position is to teach education programs in-person as well as via distance learning channels, primarily for school, youth and other organized student groups. This position may also assist with regular interpretation programming including staffing the front desk and leading tours. Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Create program props, worksheets, handouts, other audio/visual aids, and computer-generated presentations to enhance education and interpretive programs. Assist with day-to day operation of the education program including answering phones, record keeping, internal communications, correspondences, and materials maintenance and storage. Present environmental and curriculum-based education programs for kindergarten through high school students following established themes, learning objectives, curriculum requirements, and guidelines, utilizing teaching methods appropriate to each grade level. For the GS-07 level the additional duties may also apply: Research, develop, and present resource-based interpretive programs for the public during peak visitation periods or if staff shortages occur. Contact with park visitors through informal roving assignments and at visitor centers and responds to visitor questions, emergencies, or other needs by phone, email, or in person. Serve as mentor for student interns and other team members. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather from snow, wind, and rain to sun and heat. Work involves standing for long periods of time, walking over rough and uneven terrain and living in close quarters with co-workers.