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Title | Costa Rica Field Instructor |
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Job Summary: EPI field instructors are in charge of facilitating and leading 4 to 12 day environmental education courses on the Caribbean and Pacific coast of Costa Rica. Our programs introduce students to real-world scientific study, raise cultural and ecological awareness, and promote international conservation efforts. Instructors are responsible for the leadership, education and safety of EPI participants. Accountability: Instructors report to the Costa Rica Program Manager. Responsibilities:
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Schedule and Location: The program season is from early March through the end of July 2016. Selected Instructors will participate in a 10-12 day required unpaid training (room/board provided) to be held mid-February in Costa Rica. They will also be required to participate in staff retreats and a closing event at the end of the season. The field programs are run on the Caribbean and the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. Compensation: Lodging in Heredia during the field season for permanent instructors, room and board while on course, work related in-country travel, and $65-103/day. Wages are based on EPI /past experience; all new instructors will have the opportunity to submit documentation demonstrating past relevant experience. Questions can be directed to: The Costa Rica Program Manager, Eylen Zuniga, ateylen@ecologyproject.org. To apply: Visit Costa Rica Field Instructor application application to complete the online application process. |