**Overview**
The Island School, a not-for-profit organization based in The Bahamas, was founded to create and support transformational educational experiences with the mission of leadership effecting change, on the island of Eleuthera. The diverse CEIS educational initiatives, including our Island School Semester and Summer Term, our Deep Creek Middle School, our Early Learning Center, and our Community Outreach, deliver unique educational journeys in partnership with the authentic and meaningful work our organization undertakes in marine conservation science at the Cape Eleuthera Institute and sustainable design and innovation through our Center for Sustainable Development. We are reimagining what education is for, and redesigning how education is delivered.
**Job Summary**
Visiting Programs Mentors support our visiting education programs. Primary responsibilities include assisting with delivering outdoor education programs for elementary, middle school, high school, and university students at the Island School. This position requires the ability to work long hours with a close-knit group of peers and live in a remote community. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to get valuable experience in organizing and delivering experiential learning programs.
**Duties & Responsibilities**
* Assist full time coordinators in the design, facilitation, and assessment of Visiting Programs
* Assist in executing the logistics to run successful educational programs (primary, secondary, high school, university)
* Teach basic courses in marine biology, ecology, sustainable living, and environmental research
* Serve as an assistant instructor for expeditions on campus and on the island that may include snorkeling, biking, camping, hiking, and community outreach
* Assist in care of Visiting Programs shared equipment including, tents, kayaks, dorm supplies and bicycles
* Learn to create and deliver morning exercise programs
* Assist in monitoring the well-being of students and their chaperones/instructors
* Participate alongside students and staff in the daily maintenance and care for the facility through chores and other tasks
* Create interdisciplinary connections between subjects
* Collaborate with researchers, staff and other school employees to enhance the student experience and utilize our campus, resources, and location as a classroom
* Work professionally and cooperatively within the school community
* Attend weekly team meetings as necessary
* Participate in orientation
**Preferred Qualifications**
* 21 years or older at the time of employment
* Should have completed, be planning to complete, or in the process of completing an undergraduate degree in marine biology or education or relevant fields
* Previous education or research experience and an active interest in marine conservation and environmental education is essential
* Able to put in long hours of work in a variety of programming in land, sea, and weather conditions
* Must be in good physical condition and able to lead exercise programs
* Strong swimming skills and comfortable in water of all depths
* Strong interpersonal, communication (written and oral), and organizational abilities
* Applicant should be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Google Suite
* Adaptability and flexibility for remote island living
* Boat driving experience, SCUBA certification, WFR certification will be helpful but not essential
**Compensation & Benefits**
* Monthly stipend
* Housing provided in dorm style building on The Island School campus
* Access to dining hall for on-campus meals when available
* Regular meetings with a designated mentor who provides positive and constructive feedback regarding your development
* $200 travel reimbursement
**To Apply**
Use the link here to apply and upload your documents or copy and paste: https://ceis.bamboohr.com/careers