Childrens Program Facilitator - Garvan Woodland Gardens (Multiple Open Positions)

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Closing Date:

06/26/2026

Type of Position:

Staff -

Clerical Workstudy Position:

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Temporary (Fixed Term)

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Summary of Job Duties:

The Nature Program Facilitator supports and delivers high‑quality outdoor learning experiences for children ages 5-12. This role is ideal for someone who is flexible, organized, and enthusiastic about fostering children's curiosity through nature-based exploration. Facilitators will lead daily activities for summer camps and other outdoor programs, helping to create a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment for all participants.

Job Duties:

Program Facilitation:

Lead, supervise, and support daily activities for children participating in nature programs and summer camps. Create a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate experience for children in outdoor settings. Perform other duties as assigned to support program success.

Facility Prep:

Reset[RF2.1] and prepare program spaces daily. Maintain equipment, tools, and supplies used during activities. Identify and report needed repairs or supply replenishments to supervisors.

Planning and Curriculum Support:

Collaborate with supervisors to plan and implement nature‑based curriculum and daily activity schedules. Adapt lessons and activities to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of diverse groups of children. Contribute ideas that enhance program quality and support child-led exploration. This position Assistant is a part-time, temporary position limited to the 1250-hour University of Arkansas policy. The campus is a non-smoking facility. This position requires a valid driver's license. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent At least one year of experience working with children CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire) Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., education, environmental sciences, outdoor recreation) Knowledge of local plants, animals, and basic ecological principles At least three years of experience working with children Experience facilitating outdoor, nature-based, or camp-style programs

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$16 per hour Required Documents to

Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title),

Resume Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status Recruitment Contact Information:

Minnie Hahn, Sr Manager of Design, minnie@uark.edu; Heather Boyett, Business Coordinator, hd024@uark.edu All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Special Instructions to

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Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Walking Frequent Physical Activity:

Crouching Occasional Physical Activity:

Pulling, Pushing, Reaching Benefits Eligible:

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