Environmental Science Educator

About This Role

This educator position connects young people to the natural world through overnight environmental science education experiences in National Parks. The role involves leading multi-day programs for students and teachers, fostering self-discovery, and inspiring environmental stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-day, student-centered, experiential environmental science programs in outdoor settings
• Facilitate inclusive, culturally relevant instruction that incorporates multiple perspectives and connects learning to students’ lives and communities
• Engage students in scientific practices through hands-on investigations, tailoring programming to meet specific school group needs and align with teacher-defined outcomes
• Follow NatureBridge risk management policies and procedures, use sound judgment to make decisions and manage risk while managing students’ physical and emotional well-being
• Administer and document first aid as necessary and appropriate, and document as required by NatureBridge
• Foster a supportive, respectful learning environment and model responsible environmental behavior
• Design and lead evening programs or assist guest presenters and partners, typically twice weekly following the field day
• Serve as an educator on standby when scheduled
• Assess and document student learning; contribute to program reflection, evaluation and improvement
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and program debriefs and complete all required paperwork in a timely fashion
• Maintain gear and contribute to campus stewardship
• Contribute to fundraising efforts by sharing stories from the field
• Follow all housing policies and co-created community agreements for staff in NatureBridge Housing
• Build respectful, supportive relationships with staff, volunteers, and participants and provide high-quality customer service
• Support campus operations and organizational goals through additional duties as assigned, such as event support, special projects, and community stewardship

Requirements

• At least 1 year of relevant formal or informal teaching experience
• Social and emotional skills to build rapport and positive relationships with people from all backgrounds, abilities, cultures, orientations, identities and communities
• Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion within your teaching and workplace community
• Ability to communicate clearly to different groups, including students, coworkers, supervisors and educational partners
• Desire to learn and grow, and an openness to feedback and coaching
• Capacity to pivot quickly and manage logistical changes with composure
• Valid Wilderness First Responder Certification or a willingness to attain the certification prior to the start date (tuition aid is available to hired candidates to offset costs of a re/certification)