Environmental Educator (Public Recruitment

This recruitment is open to the general public. Applicants eligible for priority consideration under the District's Reduction in Force (RIF) procedures should apply through the separate "Environmental Educator, RIF-Eligible Employees Only" recruitment, as they have priority re-hire status.

Introduction

Under the direct supervision of the Education Supervisor, the Environmental Educator is responsible for guiding the education programs across the District's field sites. Educators provide engaging, hands-on, NGSS-aligned instruction in outdoor settings, virtual classrooms, and on school campuses while supporting program operations and serving as site leads when needed.

This position provides program delivery, ensuring programs are conducted safely, effectively, and in alignment with organizational standards and educational goals. Educators may have opportunities to take on additional leadership assignments.

Through this job announcement, we are recruiting both a core team, and an on-call/intermittent team of educators. Applicants can state their preference and availability during the application process. The “core” educator position is expected to work 8-20 hours per week, 3-5 days per week. The "on-call" team members are needed less frequently and can expect to work 4-20 hours per month, primarily through the months of September through July.

Hours and workload may fluctuate throughout the year based on program schedules and needs. Hourly pay range is $20-23 per hour.

We offer education and community programs in the Sepulveda Basin, Malibu Lagoon, Tapia Park (nestled with Malibu Creek State Park in the Santa Monica Mountains), On-Campus (can be as far as Oxnard), virtual programs, and community outreach events around our greater community.

Work is expected to start early September 2026.

Major Duties

Education Program Delivery

• Lead hands-on environmental education programs for K–12 students in outdoor, virtual, and school-based settings.
• Deliver engaging lessons focused on local ecosystems, biodiversity, watershed health, conservation, and stewardship.
• Adapt instruction to meet the needs of diverse age groups, learning styles, and group sizes.
• Maintain educational materials, supplies, and field equipment.
• Collaborate with Education Department staff to continuously improve program quality and participant experience.
• Support and follow safe, effective, and high-quality implementation of environmental education activities.
• Ensure program spaces are left clean, organized, and in good condition following use.

Outreach & Engagement

• Support community outreach and engagement efforts.
• Represent the organization professionally with students, teachers, volunteers, and community members.
• Maintain positive, professional interactions with partner site staff, land managers, teachers, and members of the public encountered during programming.
• Support care and organization of field materials, supplies, and equipment during program use.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

Performs other related duties as assigned in support of District operations and priorities.

APPLICANT RESUMES WILL BE RATED ON THE FOLLOWING

COMPETENCIES:

• Environmental Interpretation & Resource Knowledge
  - Applies knowledge of natural and cultural resources to create meaningful education learning experiences.
• Audience Engagement & Employing Techniques
  - Engages diverse audiences using effective instructional, interpretive, and group learning styles & techniques.
• Oral Communication & Facilitation
  - Communicates clearly to engage audiences, facilitate learning, and encourage participation.
• Adaptability & Problem Solving
  - Responds effectively to changing field conditions, staffing needs, and operational challenges while maintaining program quality and safety
• Community Centered & Inclusive Practice
  - Demonstrates understanding and experience partnering with underserved communities to lead relevant, community-informed programs.
• Professionalism & Accountability
  - Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and sound judgment while leading field programs

PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Passion for environmental education and connecting people to local ecosystems.
• Experience working with…