Waterkeeper seeks an energetic and outgoing person to assist with our Education Programs, through which we work to raise awareness of watershed issues with the public and students from elementary to the college level. Our main project, River KATS: Kids Activism Together with Science, introduces elementary to high school level students to watershed concepts through in-class lessons and field activities. Our ideal candidate would be confident speaking to classes and leading activities, and motivated to constantly improve and expand our outreach efforts.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Giving in-class and virtual presentations to students
  • Leading small group activities such as water testing, habitat restoration, beach cleanups
    and wetland monitoring
  • Coordinating field outings with local agencies, bus companies, schools, and volunteers
  • Keeping inventory of supplies, setting up equipment, and printing out field worksheets
  • Grading tests and reflection sheets, and recording results
  • Curriculum development and improvement
  • Tabling at various community events (Earth Day, Coastal Cleanup Day)
  • Curating social media content from educational activities and content
  • Assist in leading cleanup events for volunteer groups, schools, companies, etc.

Required Qualifications:

  • Completed or in progress on a Bachelor’s Degree in Science: Biology, Chemistry,
    Environmental Studies, Communications, Education, or relevant field
  • Some understanding of watershed and environmental issues
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Suite
  • Adept at writing and internet research
  • Comfortable with public speaking
  • Organized and detail-oriented

Preferred Experience and Skills:

  • Education or leadership experience with K-12 students
  • Adobe Acrobat/Canva, Photoshop, Wordpress, general graphic design or website updating
  • Scientific research
  • Grant or curriculum writing
  • Event planning experience

This position is a part-time position with work Monday through Friday with occasional weekend
work. The pay range is from $18-20. Hours would range from 15-25hrs weekly.

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to Johanna Ramos at [email protected].