Full Time Environmental Educator

Specific Tasks & Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  Teach and develop the Park’s environmental education programs through school and summer camp field trips centered on Hudson River wildlife, shoreline ecology, climate change, environmental justice, waterfront history and more

  Schedule, track and permit the Park’s field trip programs for schools and summer camps

  Help plan and implement public education programs at both indoor and outdoor locations through the Park, including Big City Fishing catch & release fishing workshops, guest lectures, guided tours, partner events and open hours at the Wetlab aquarium and

Pier 57 Discovery Tank

 Assist with the hiring, training, mentorship and supervision of seasonal staff and interns

  Help build and maintain partnerships with local schools and community groups

  Design curriculum and teaching materials to be used in programming and maintain

various department resources, such as fishing poles and microscopes

  Support the ongoing maintenance of fish tanks and learn to handle live fish and other

marine wildlife

  Support the Park’s estuarine research and science projects on such topics as oysters,

fish ecology, marine debris and Park sustainability

  Support the Park’s volunteer programs focused on oyster monitoring and shoreline

cleanups

  Support other departmental and Trust duties as assigned

Education & Experience Requirements:

  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience in environmental science, education or another related field

  At least one year of experience in environmental education or classroom teaching

  General knowledge of environmental science themes, local marine life, classroom

management techniques and science communication strategies

  Strong interest in teaching diverse audiences of all ages and abilities in indoor and

outdoor locations

  Applicants fluent in Spanish are encouraged to apply

  Aligned with the Park’s commitment to DEIJ, we look for applicants with a strong interest

in environmental justice

  Comfort interacting with members of the public in a friendly and professional manner

  Ability to work as a part of a team, multitask and problem solve

Physical & Other Requirements:

  Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed for scheduled programs

  Willingness to get muddy, handle live animals, work outside in all weather conditions and

practice catch and release fishing

  Ability to lift up to 30 pounds is preferred

  A valid driver’s license and/or ability to ride a bicycle is required

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive salary of $50,000-$55,000 annually depending upon qualifications. Excellent benefits package including: paid holidays, vacation time, sick and personal time, transportation allowance or parking pass, medical, dental and vision insurance, and participation in New York State Pension System.

Application Process:

Interested applicants are to submit a cover letter, resume and three references to the Human Resources Office at [email protected]. Indicate Job Code: FT Environmental Educator 2024 in the subject line of the email.

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