Part-Time Environmental Educator

The Aldo Leopold Nature Center is hiring environmental educators to teach a variety of early childhood, school age, and community programs. Educators engage with students from diverse backgrounds with the goal of nurturing children, their well-being, and environmental sustainability through connecting and learning in nature.

Schedule

The ideal start date for this position is the week of August 25, 2025.

This part-time position is scheduled on an as-needed basis based on the program calendar and educator availability. Weekday, after-school, and weekend hours are available. Some programs (preschool, homeschool, and after-school) follow consistent schedules, while others (field trips, Vacation Days, weekends) are more variable.

Please visit our website for a complete list of program needs; we encourage you to combine as many programs as works for your schedule.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibility of this position is the planning and delivery of engaging and age-appropriate outdoor nature activities for diverse audiences. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Facilitate a welcoming environment that is safe, inclusive, and fun for program participants.
• Create or modify curriculum to meet student needs.
• Maintain shared program spaces and supplies.
• Arrive for scheduled shifts timely and consistently.

Ideal candidates will be able to manage a full schedule, work well in a team environment, and represent ALNC in a professional manner. Flexibility, initiative, the ability to problem solve, and a passion for working with children is essential.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age and have completed high school or its equivalent.
• Certified in First Aid/CPR or willingness to get certified.
• Must pass a child care background check.
• Experience working with and supporting youth socially, emotionally, and behaviorally, preferably in small group settings.
• Ability to develop rapport with students of differing ages and backgrounds.
• Comfortable making quick decisions in response to changing circumstances.
• Ability to maintain sight and sound supervision of students.
• Ability to work outside in all seasons and weather conditions.

Compensation

The starting pay for this position is $17 to $20 per hour depending on experience.