Nature Center Educator

Organization

Evergreen Audubon & Nature Center

Job Posted

April 20, 2026

Job status

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Contact Name

Emma Vasicek

Contact Email

executivedirector@evergreenaudubon.org

Contact Phone

303-330-0489

Deadline to Apply

Location

Evergreen, CO
United States
At Evergreen Audubon & Nature Center we are a passionate and enthusiastic group of nature lovers dedicated to helping individuals of all ages connect with nature on a more meaningful level. The Nature Center Educator will work collaboratively with our experienced staff and volunteers to provide excellent customer service and education to visitors, lead high-quality nature-based programming to participants of all ages, and support care of our Animal Ambassadors.

Summary

Schedule: 

Schedule will vary according to needs and seasons. Regular schedule is Wednesday through Saturday. Additional hours may be required as necessary; including evenings and weekends. 

Primary Responsibilities:

Staffing Evergreen Nature Center (ENC)

  • Staff ENC during operational hours including weekends
  • Provide positive interactions with visitors and groups at ENC
  • Provide interpretation of exhibits and local wildlife
  • Run sales in the Nature Center gift shop
  • Support and cultivate positive engagement with ENC volunteers
  • Assist with the design, construction, and upkeep of educational exhibits
  • Accurately report ENC visitor information and sales transactions
  • Assist with daily care of ENC animal ambassadors including:
    • Cleaning ambassador animal enclosures
    • Preparing food for ambassador animals according to schedule and protocol
    • Documenting all animal care activities on the appropriate care sheets

Program Coordination and Implementation

  • Lead public program offerings at ENC and surrounding areas
  • Lead after-school programming at local elementary schools
  • Lead summer camp programming from June to August
  • Collaborate with staff to develop, enhance, and implement curricula and programs
  • Work closely with community partners to offer high-quality partner programs
  • Assist in the setup and cleanup of program areas

Performing other duties as assigned. 

Desired Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older
  • Must be able to pass a background check
  • Enthusiasm for the natural world
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills, attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a high degree of organization.
  • Strong communication skills
  • Experience with teaching environmental education in informal settings
  • Knowledge of basic natural history and conservation issues; familiar with Rocky Mountain ecosystems
  • Comfort with animal tasks, handling, and willingness to learn
  • Ability to effectively manage time and meet deadlines
  • Flexible and willing to perform all duties as directed including weekend and evening work, and an ability to handle changes in work scheduling due to weather, programs or staffing needs.

To Apply: 

Please email your resume and cover letter outlining your education, experience, and skills to Emma Vasicek at: ExecutiveDirector@EvergreenAudubon.org by 11:59pm on Monday, May 11, 2026. Include the position title “Nature Center Educator” in the subject line.

Note: We recognize that AI tools like ChatGPT and others can be powerful resources when used thoughtfully and ethically. However, for this application and hiring process, we ask that you do not use AI tools to write your application submissions. We are interested in hearing from you as we fully believe your unique voice, ideas, and experience matters. Applications that appear to be generated or heavily influenced by AI may disqualify your application from consideration. 

Compensation Information

Classification: Part-time, Permanent

Supervisor: Executive Director

Hourly pay rate: $17.00 

Hours: Average of 20 hours per week