Education Programs Coordinator

Plans, coordinates, delivers and manages outreach education programs, while accomplishing the goals and objectives of Legacy’s mission: “To be Alabama’s primary source for science-based, environmental information and education, while cultivating a legacy of environmental stewardship for generations to come.” A love of nature and science is a must.

Position Description:

This position is supervised by Legacy’s Executive Director
Coordinate and deliver Legacy’s K–12 environmental education programs, to include teacher workshops, school programs and public presentations
Organize and implement teacher training workshops and school environmental programs/competitions
Serve as staff liaison to Legacy’s Education Committee and other Legacy committees as needed
Serve as Legacy liaison to outside environmental organizations
Assist with marketing of Legacy programs
Solicit in-kind and financial support for organization such as grant searches, applications, and execution, in coordination with the Executive Director
Serve as Legacy representative at environmental education workshops, trade shows and conferences, in coordination with the Education Committee
Coordinate development, updates, and revisions to all educational program materials
Promote the “Protect Our Environment” license tag,
Partner, as approved, with other organizations offering teacher training workshops
Assist as needed with planning and execution of Environmental Partnership Conference
Assist the Executive Director in developing short and long-range plans for Legacy
Manage the online presence of Legacy in coordination with the Executive Director
Work with education animals for use during presentations, including snakes
Oversee cleaning and feeding education animals
Other duties as assigned

Necessary Skills & Abilities:

Bachelor’s Degree Required, Master’s Degree Preferred
Prior Classroom teaching experience preferred
Environmental education experience a plus
Knowledge of Alabama’s K – 12 programs and teaching requirements
Effective communication skills and public speaking necessary
Experience with website management, email, social media and other outreach technology
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to manage a budget
Proven leadership skills
Willingness to travel in Alabama, including overnight stays
Ability to lift and load/ unload when traveling with exhibits and animals for outreach

How to apply:

More information can be found at https://legacyenved.org/job-opportunities/

Email resume and refeferance to: toni@legacyenved.org