Environmental Education Coordinator

DUTIES: The Environmental Education Coordinator (Coordinator) will work with the Conservancy’s Education Manager (Manager) to support environmental education  programs and conduct outreach.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Help develop/refine lesson plans, curricula, and other resources; ensure curricula adheres to current standards. For example, the Coordinator might develop draft plans for approval by the Manager.
• Lead outdoor educational field trips, primarily at the Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve
• Assist in developing and implementing a summer day camp program
• Participate in paid program trainings
• Assist in communication with teachers, schools, and school district personnel to schedule and coordinate of all aspects of educational programs as needed
• Update the Education Calendar with all programs/events and staff/volunteer assignments
• Represent the Conservancy while participating in outreach events relevant to environmental education
• Lead in-classroom lessons at schools throughout Escondido
• Assist with implementing aspects of the Conservancy’s Education Strategic Plan

• Assist in seeking organizational endorsements and upkeeping records for the Conservancy’s California Statewide Outdoor Learning campaign 
• Review guidelines for relevant prospective grant opportunities and assist in drafting applications
• Participate in annual program assessments; help monitor and evaluate programs as needed 
• Help recruit volunteers to support the programs
• Communicate program needs to the Education Manager
• Facilitate other education programs as delegated by the Education Manager
• Carry out other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS: This position is for a growing professional with at least 1-2 years of relevant experience in education, conservation, or another related field and a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field. Familiarity and experience with national and state education standards (NGSS; Common Core) and inquiry-based learning concepts would be extremely useful. First Aid/CPR certification is also required but will be provided by the Conservancy, if necessary. The Education Coordinator should be a team player and a highly organized person with experience working with the public. A “get it done” attitude is essential. Current California driver’s license, automobile insurance, and an automobile in good working order are required. 

HOURS: The position is part-time at approximately 20 hours of work per week.  Schedule is variable, but field trips and classroom lessons generally take place on weekdays 8:00am–2:00pm, 1–5 days/week. Additional administrative hours will be flexibly scheduled weekly. There is a possibility of additional hours, contingent upon funding