Part Time Bilingual Environmental Educator - Menomonee Valley

Position Summary

As an Environmental Educator you will engage school-age children in learning about nature and environmental science. During the school year, you will align teaching with school district and classroom curriculum requirements. This program requires a passion for working with kids, and the implementation of innovative, inquiry-based programs about natural history, science, ecology and environmental issues to school children K-12.

During the summer, the educator will lead camper-centered and nature-based activities for summer day camps with a focus on outdoor recreation and ecological sustainability. You will assist with daily operations of the Urban Ecology Center, intern coaching and volunteer recruitment and training.

Starting rate of $20/hour

Our part-time employees receive 12 PTO days annually (14+ following Year 1 of employment) plus 7 paid organizational holidays, a 3% match on our 403(b) retirement plan, program registration and facility rental discounts, plus a strong commitment to work/life balance and great organizational culture. Additional benefits will be outlined in the hiring process.

Intended start date:
September 1st, 2026

Location:

Menomonee Valley branch, Milwaukee, WI (in-person)

• Teach outdoor, nature-based, environmental science programs for school groups.
• Present programs on natural history, natural science, ecology, STEM, and environmental issues to urban youth in kindergarten through 12th grades.
• Communicate with school liaisons and teachers about scheduling and program logistics.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to adapt programs.
• Drive 14 and 30-passenger buses to transport students.

• Adapt and update preexisting summer camp outlines.
• Co‑teach camper-centered, inquiry‑based experiences for summer camp students, including potential overnight experiences.
• Mentor college and high school interns serving as camp counselors.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to prepare all materials for summer educational activities.
• Drive 14 and 30 passenger buses to transport program participants.
• Perform the role of assistant camp director as scheduled to represent the UEC summer camp program.

• Work in collaboration with other educators to organize and maintain all educational equipment and classroom spaces; prepare and maintain program materials.
• Contribute content to the Center’s website, social media, or newsletter, as needed.
• Assist with training and working with volunteers.
• Assist with publicity for the Urban Ecology Center programs.

• Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to meet requirements of insurability under Urban Ecology Center’s commercial vehicle insurance policy.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or ability to obtain CDL is required within the first six months of employment; UEC can assist in obtaining.
• Lifeguard certification or the ability to gain certification within 1 year.
• Canoe training and/or water safety certification or the ability to gain certification.

• 1-3 years of teaching experience in a broad range of ages in a formal or non‑formal setting; experience teaching urban youth in grades kindergarten through 12th.
• BS or BA in natural sciences, environmental education or related fields.

• Lifting bikes 3 feet out of bike rack; team‑lifting canoes from storage racks to activity locations; hiking, biking, walking or paddling for a full day, lifting up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation.

• The majority of time is spent outdoors in all weather conditions on land and water throughout the year. This position is based at the Menomonee Valley branch.

• 20 hours/week

• Standard school and business hours with occasional evening and weekend events. During the school year this position will work Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. Educators will teach an average of 5 days/week in the summer.

• 14 and 30 passenger buses, trailers, canoes, kayaks, bikes, snow gear, computer…