[CLOSED] Education Specialist

Organization

Sea Turtle, Inc.

Job Posted

November 1, 2023

Job status

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Job Type

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Remote

No

Contact Name

Hannah Catherman

Contact Email

Hannah.Catherman@seaturtleinc.org

Contact Phone

956-761-4511

Location

South Padre Island, TX
United States
Are you interested in teaching individuals about the importance of sea turtle conservation and inspiring future generations of ocean stewards? Sea Turtle, Inc. is looking for an Education Specialist to join our Education Department! Ideal candidates will have experience in environmental education, a positive attitude, and a desire to provide quality science based education programs to a wide variety of ages.

Summary

Sea Turtle, Inc. is hiring a full-time Education Specialist to help develop and facilitate educational programs that support our mission both in person and within a virtual setting.  This position is responsible for developing educational content and signage for the facility, conducting educational programming, training new volunteers and engaging with the public.  The desired candidate should be positive, able to work independently and in a team setting, and versatile in their educational program delivery.

This is a full-time, hourly position with benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop educational programs including public presentations, field trips, camps, virtual learning programs, and outreaches
  • Conduct both onsite and offsite educational programs to audiences of up to 200 people, ranging from pre-K to senior citizen age groups about our mission and work
  • Conduct Facebook Lives for patient and hatchling releases
  • Train new volunteers and keep volunteers up-to-date on current procedures and practices within the organization  
  • Develop and maintain educational signage, displays, and graphics 
  • Assist staff with local community and promotional events such as parades etc.
  • Assist with grant writing to support educational programs
  • Maintain a working understanding of hospital and rehabilitation procedures and remain up-to-date on current patients
  • Maintain a working understanding of our resident tanks and remain up-to-date on current residents

Please see the below link to apply:

https://seaturtleinc.org/jobs/

Compensation Information

Salary:  Non Exempt, Full Time Position with a starting salary between $12-$15 per hour, based on experience.