Education Programs Manager

$30/hour | 25-30 hours/week | Based in Santa Fe, NM

The Education Programs Manager works closely with SFWA’s Director of Education to coordinate, deliver, and continuously improve SFWA’s youth and adult education initiatives, with primary responsibility for managing the My Water, My Watershed (MWMW) program. This role oversees all aspects of program implementation, including classroom instruction, field-based learning experiences, volunteer and intern recruitment and training, staff supervision, curriculum updates, program evaluation, and reporting.

The Education Programs Manager collaborates with teachers, students, volunteers, community partners, City of Santa Fe staff, and SFWA team members to provide engaging watershed education experiences that inspire environmental stewardship. The position also supports teacher professional development, the New Mexico Climate Masters course, community outreach events, and other educational programs that advance SFWA’s mission.

The Santa Fe Watershed Association is a non-profit organization that works to build a thriving, resilient Santa Fe River Watershed through collaboration, stewardship, and education that inspires us all to care for our land, water, and each other.

• Lead and manage the My Water, My Watershed (MWMW) program.
• Facilitate classroom presentations and watershed education activities for participating students.
• Coordinate and lead watershed field trips, including logistics, volunteer support, and stakeholder communication.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and support staff, interns, and volunteers.
• Assist with teacher training and professional development programs, including Project WET.
• Support the New Mexico Climate Masters program and other adult education initiatives.
• Collect, analyze, and report program evaluation data and student assessment results.
• Collaborate on curriculum updates, program improvements, and annual reporting.
• Maintain educational supplies, equipment, and program resources.
• Support community outreach, stewardship programs, workshops, school events, and public engagement activities.
• Perform administrative and organizational tasks that support SFWA’s educational mission and strategic goals.

• Experience managing educational, environmental, youth development, or community outreach programs
• Strong classroom management and student engagement skills
• Experience supervising staff, interns, volunteers, and/or educators
• Ability to effectively teach and lead student groups in outdoor learning environments, including hiking in the Santa Fe Municipal Watershed and working in a variety of weather conditions and terrain
• Strong organizational, communication, and calendar management skills
• Enthusiasm for learning, sharing knowledge, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, and other standard workplace technologies
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends as needed
• Ability to lift, carry, and transport educational supplies and equipment
• Ability to travel locally for school visits, field trips, workshops, and community outreach events
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Commitment to SFWA’s mission of watershed protection, environmental stewardship, and community education

This position is primarily in-person in an office and outdoor education settings. After 90 days, benefits include a $50 wellness stipend per pay period, four weeks of flexible PTO (based on average hours worked), and up to 64 hours accrued sick leave annually. Collaborative, supportive, and equity-minded work culture.