Volunteering for Green Steps
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Green Steps - Bildung im Einklang mit der Natur
St. Pölten, Austria
Description
Train as a place-based educator with Green Steps. Green Steps is a small international NGO which was originally founded by two Europeans in Shanghai. We support schools to practice place-based learning by extending classrooms into nature. We design pedagogical trails in city parks and suburban spaces to support with our activities the development of environmental empathy, systems understanding and bioregional stewardship. We divide our work time between office and the outdoors. Expect to spend lots of time exploring different outdoor places from spring to autumn. Do also count on substantial office time during the cold season, when we review and improving past activities and plan the year ahead. TASKS: Outdoor activities: map natural and cultural features, assist, develop and lead pedagogical trails and workshops. Office activities: create and publish social media content, write event reviews, designing and proofread species & concept ID cards.
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
Accomodation: private room in shared apartment Pocket money: ca. 210 EUR / month Food reimbursement: ca. 390 EUR / month Transport arrangement: monthly subsidy for public transport
Training during the activity
We train you in all dimensions of our daily work: bioregional education, place-based learning, office administration, design and marketing. The following training courses are offered and provided during the project: 1. Place-based education training 2. German language course 3. On-arrival training and Mid-term meeting delivered by National Agency. Learn more about trainings offered by Green Steps here: https://seafile.greensteps.me/f/2bb0f78e408e49c5bab8/
Participant profile
We expect genuine interest for nature and education. Candidates should have a growth mindset and digital literacy. A strong command of the English language, both written and spoken is required - German is a big asset. You don’t need any prior knowledge in nature based learning - you will receive a training during your volunteership. A background in natural sciences is a strong asset. We specifically welcome young teachers or candidates who look into a teaching career. For details also check out our website: https://www.greensteps.me/join-us/ IMPORTANT: only full applications with CV and MOTIVATION LETTER sent to info@greensteps.me will be considered.
Activity dates
A total of 52 week(s) during the period 01/09/2026 to 30/09/2027
Activity location
Heinrich-Schneidmadl Straße 15, St. Pölten, Austria
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Greenland, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden
Activity topics
Environment and natural protection
Deadline for applications
Application deadline: 31/07/2026 23:59
Project code
2026-1-AT01-ESC51-VTJ-000401968