Part-Time Environmental Educator Aldo Leopold Nature Center

The Aldo Leopold Nature Center is hiring environmental educators to teach early childhood and/or school age 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.

The ideal start date for this position is early January 2026. This part‑time position is scheduled on an as‑needed basis based on the program calendar and educator availability:

Nature Preschool Support Teacher – assist in preschool classrooms as needed. Help with group activities, lunch coverage, and individual student support.

• Schedule:
  
  Tuesday-Thursday, 9:00am-12:00pm
• Hours per week: 9

Field Trips – teach pre‑written lessons about a variety of topics to visiting K-5th grade students.

• Schedule:
  
  variable weekdays, usually between 8:30am-2:00pm
• Hours per week: variable, up to 20

Vacation Days – plan and lead thematic activities for small groups of children when local elementary schools are not in session.

• Schedule:
  
  variable weekdays between 8:00am-4:00pm
• Hours per week: variable

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.

• 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 childcare 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.

The starting pay for this position is $20 per hour.

Complete the online application. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.

For questions, contact (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). about early childhood programs and  about school age programs.