Marine Science Educator | Ocean AfterSchool; OAS

Desired start date:
September 25, 2026

Final date to receive applications:
September 11, 2026 | Desired start date:
September 25, 2026 The Greater Farallones Association seeks a Marine Science Educator to provide instructional support for education projects, in particular delivering ocean science lessons to our after-school program, Ocean After School. This position is designed for individuals looking to continue developing their science communication and organizational skills as a classroom marine science educator and gain hands-on experience with two national marine sanctuaries.

Greater Farallones Association (GFA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization working in close partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to conserve the ecosystems of the Greater Farallones and Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuaries. GFA conducts joint research, conservation, and education to support healthy ecosystems in the Sanctuaries, which comprise one of the most bountiful and nationally significant marine environments in the world, an area of 4,581 square miles off the northern and central California coast.

With approximately 30 staff members, GFA is supported by a diverse mix of government grants, program fees, private philanthropy, and donated services. GFA has an annual operating budget of approximately $5 million and is co-located in the National Marine Sanctuary office, situated in a beautiful historic building on Crissy Field in the Presidio, which also houses a staffed Visitor Center with exhibits and aquaria open Wed-Sun 10am-4pm and provides a base for on-site field trips for school classes.

Greater Farallones Association aims to foster inclusivity and equity within our organization, and in the broader fields of ocean conservation, environmental education, and nonprofit management. All staff members are expected to bring a demonstrated commitment to building an inclusive, sustainable, and effective workplace.

The Ocean After School (OAS) program is funded by the San Francisco Department of Children, Youth, and their Families (DCYF) to serve primarily at-risk students in grades 2 to 7 with a series of ocean science enrichment programs during their out-of-school time period. A special focus is on increasing accessibility of ocean science by working with youth with disabilities and non-English or English as a Second Language speakers.

This position will lead lessons in the classroom with a focus on Spanish bilingual classes, provide a safe and supportive learning environment, meet youth teaching standards, and maintain quality curricula. This position may be engaged in outreach related to the OAS program and receive opportunities for professional development provided by DCYF.

Reporting to the GFA Education Program Manager, this part-time, non-exempt position will work 15-20 hours weekly, depending on program schedules during the school year and the candidate’s availability. Schedules are typically set seasonally in 9-week sessions during the school year, partially including summer (October – July). The position will work closely with other GFA education staff and overlap with federal Greater Farallones and Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuary partner staff in coordinating program delivery.

This position will also work closely with school staff and staff from our partner organizations.

• Deliver marine science education curriculum (including programs on sharks, marine mammals, seabirds, squid, crabs, salmon, plankton, ocean acidification, deep-sea corals, Remotely Operated Vehicles, sea turtles, and newly developed lessons) in the classroom to school audiences in alignment with the Next Generation…