National parks enrich the lives of many in this nation. They provide access to the powerful ideas, values, and meanings ascribed to the remarkable cultural, natural, and recreational heritage of the United States. 

Participating teacher-rangers will have the opportunity to develop a personal connection with national parks, and will obtain a wide range of knowledge and skills by working with park personnel. Students have the opportunity to connect to the nation’s heritage through the experiences of their teacher-rangers.

Put on the Ranger uniform, receive training, and work for the National park service; then bring your experience back to the classroom to share with your students! The program runs from six to eight weeks. Teachers receive a $2400 stipend based on a 40 hour week, 6-8 weeks, and an official National Park Service uniform.

The Teacher-Ranger will have the opportunity to work on various projects and activities such as:

• Developing activities and curriculum for day camps
• Creating a 'traveling trunk' with educational resources for students and teachers
• Designing and creating computer-based activities and curriculum for a Junior Web Ranger program
• Developing grade specific, curriculum-based activities for on-site educational programs
• Creating graphics for a site bulletin on native plants
• Developing a technology-based tour along Montezuma Canyon Road
• Developing new contacts for in school and on-site programs
  

TRT program overview

2011 Application

Katy Hooper

Park Ranger

Coronado National Memorial

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