Organization
Job Posted
November 2, 2026
Job status
Job Type
Job Duration
Job Compensation Type
Remote
No
Website
Careers
Contact Name
Adam Majtyka
Contact Email
adam@tcwild.org
Deadline to Apply
Location
United States
The Educator serves as a key public representative of TCWC and helps shape how the community connects with wildlife, habitat conservation, and environmental stewardship. This position helps in the development of innovative programming, works with volunteers, manages ambassador animal educational use, and helps guide the long-term vision of environmental education at the organization.
This role is ideal for a someone who enjoys building programs, working with wildlife, and creating meaningful conservation connections between people and nature.
Summary
What You’ll Do
Education Programs
- Design and deliver engaging environmental education programs for schools and the public.
- Use live ambassador animals into educational programming.
- Develop curriculum aligned with education standards and conservation priorities.
- Evaluate programs using participation data and outcomes to guide improvements.
- Develop interpretive materials including signage, displays, and educational resources.
Community Engagement
- Build partnerships with schools, municipalities, and community organizations.
- Represent TCWC at community events, meetings, and outreach opportunities.
- Support marketing efforts through educational content and storytelling.
- Expand community access through youth, adult, and public programming.
Animal Ambassador Program
- Safely handle and present non-releasable wildlife ambassadors.
- Work closely with Animal Care staff to support welfare and training needs.
- Assist with husbandry including feeding, cleaning, and enrichment.
- Ensure educational animal use follows welfare and regulatory standards.
Operations & Administration
- Manage program scheduling, bookings, and communications.
- Track program participation and impact metrics.
- Assist with grants, reports, and fundraising initiatives.
- Support departmental budgeting and resource planning.
Stewardship & Living Classroom Management
- Maintain trails, signage, and outdoor learning spaces.
- Integrate stewardship projects into education and volunteer programs.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental education, biology, wildlife science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience in environmental education, animal presentations, interpretation, or outreach.
- Strong public speaking and communication skills.
- Comfort working with wildlife in an educational setting.
- Strong organizational and leadership abilities.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to pass background and motor vehicle checks.
- Working knowledge of Florida ecosystems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Nonprofit experience.
- Bilingual (Spanish or ASL).
- Experience with program evaluation.
- Graphic design or education media development skills.
Core Competencies
- Integrity and sound judgment
- Strong professionalism, cooperation, and enthusiasm
- Excellent communication, scheduling, and organizational skills
- Ability to represent TCWC positively in the community
- Knowledge of Florida flora, fauna, and local ecosystems
Work Environment
- Primarily on-site with some remote administrative flexibility.
- Outdoor work in South Florida conditions.
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
- Some weekends and evenings required.
Why Join Treasure Coast Wildlife Center?
At TCWC you will help connect thousands of people each year to wildlife and conservation. Your work will directly support education, habitat stewardship, wildlife rehabilitation awareness, and community conservation action.
This is an opportunity to build programs, grow a department, mentor future conservation professionals, and make a lasting conservation impact in your community.
Compensation Information
$17 per hour