Environmental Learning Center
www.DiscoverELC.org
Position Description - Environmental Educator
(Part-Time)
Hourly, non-exempt - Generally M-F but also weekends and evenings as needed (Flexibility goes both ways)
Detailed Duties and Responsibilities -
- Teach a variety of on and off campus environmental education programs (school trips, camps,
homeschool groups, toddlers, teens, adults, off campus school and community outreach, festivals etc.)
- Lead eco-tours (pontoon, canoe, kayak, nature, plant and bird walks)
- Keep education areas organized.
- Other tasks as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities - Florida ecosystems (flora and fauna, specifically coastal); lesson creation and
teaching ability; public speaking; good with children; ability to withstand outdoor environment; lesson plan
creation and implementation, fiscal knowledge about programs profitability. Good physical condition needed to
be able to lift and carry bins, use wagons to move gear, be part of a two person team to move canoes and
kayaks. Paddling skills needed.
Equipment Used in Job - seine nets, canoes, equipment wagons, misc. education tools, walkie talkies, AV
equipment, technology and educational supplies used for specific programming.
Education, Certifications Required - Bachelors in Ecology, Environmental Sciences, Teaching or related field
preferred. Lifeguard certification preferred. First Aid, CPR, AED.
Other hiring conditions (background check, etc., licensure) - Background check; Level 2 screening
(fingerprinting) through the school district.
