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Job Posted
April 18, 2023
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Remote
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Contact Name
Ariel Reed
Contact Email
ariel@escondidocreek.org
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Deadline to Apply
Location
United States
Summary
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
Compensation Information
The pay range for this position is $24 to $29 an hour, depending on experience and availability of funding. Some administrative responsibilities can be worked remotely. Part-time employees accrue sick leave, receive reimbursement for mileage, and have access to the Conservancy’s 401K with 4% matching. Miles driven varies and is coordinated with the Manager.