Environmental Education Coordinator

Sawgrass Nature Center and Wildlife Hospital
Coral Springs, Florida

Mission Statement

To educate the public about South Florida's wildlife, natural history, and environment; rehabilitate injured and orphaned native animals; and promote healthy outdoor living.

Immediate Opening: Environmental Education Coordinator

Position Type

Approximately 30 to 40 hours per week, depending on the season.

Typical Schedule

Tuesday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Full-day participation is required for special events and all scheduled camps.

Reports To

Executive Director

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume to: robin@sawgrassnaturecenter.org.

Position Responsibilities

• Deliver existing environmental education programs and develop new programs for a variety of audiences at Sawgrass Nature Center, client locations, and virtual platforms.
• Safely handle and present educational animals during programs, presentations, and public events.
• Manage all aspects of educational programming, including marketing, scheduling, booking, invoicing, and program administration.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee all aspects of Camp Wild during Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer sessions, including recordkeeping and the training and supervision of volunteer CITs and counselors.
• Write weekly educational blog content.
• Assist with the management of and content development for the organization's social media platforms.
• Promote and market Sawgrass Nature Center programs and services through outreach events, on-site activities, and online channels.
• Assist with daily operations, including grant writing, administrative duties, facility maintenance, and customer service.
• Support fundraising activities and special events.
• Assist other departments and programs as needed.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Biology, Environmental Studies, Environmental Education, or a related natural science field.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with elementary-aged children.
• Comfortable working with and handling a variety of animals, including birds, reptiles, and mammals.
• Ability to teach and lead programs in an active outdoor environment and in varying weather conditions.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and related software.
• Working knowledge of Canva.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated resourcefulness and ability to solve problems independently.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Positive, outgoing, and professional demeanor.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and willingness to use personal transportation to transport educational animals to off-site programs when necessary.
• Willingness to assist in other areas of the organization as needed.
• Successful completion of a background check.