Education Manager

Who We Are:

NatureBridge provides environmental science education experiences for more than 30,000 students and their teachers every year in the world’s best classrooms: our National Parks. Our mission is to connect young people to the science and wonder of the natural world, igniting self-discovery and inspiring stewardship of the planet.

What You Will Do:

As one of the Education Managers of our Golden Gate Campus, you will report to the Director of Education and the Camp Director (seasonally) and be responsible for coordinating the supervision, support, training and coaching of Educators in curriculum, pedagogy, risk management and program logistics in both environmental science and coastal camp programming. You will work with other members of the education and camp team support the daily operation of our Golden Gate educational programming.  During summer Coastal Camp, each Education Manager is approximately 50% environmental science program and 50% camp focus. During the school year, each Education Manager is 100% environmental science program focus. This job requires regular attendance on campus in Sausalito and cannot be performed remotely.

Your primary job will be to:

• Supervise up to 13 educators as direct reports, and support all educators with coaching and overall supervision, including training, scheduling, and conflict management; use our ECAP system to observe and provide focused feedback to educators
• Assist the Education Director and Camp Director in staff development and curriculum design, and stay informed on Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), and topics such as inquiry-based learning, diversity and equity, and responsible environmental behavior
• Foster a positive and inclusive work community culture, and establish supportive relationships with staff, volunteers, and participants.
• Use the lens of our Equity, Inclusion & Diversity framework to drive personal, professional, and departmental goals
• Coordinate and collaborate with other departments to support risk management, facilities use, payroll, and educator housing
• Support day-to-day programmatic, logistical and educational needs, such as Day Management and on call duties, supporting arrivals and departures, and substitute for educators in the field.
• Coordinate with the hiring team and Human Resources to support hiring new Educators
• Other Duties as assigned, such as: support donor engagement events, provide feedback on special projects, participate in campus beautification or attend conferences

Compensation:

Salary dependent on experience: $53-55k. This position is full time and Non-Exempt, and includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, retirement plan, and generous paid vacation and sick leave.

Who You Are:

We are looking for applicants who:

• Have 3+ years of programming experience in environmental science and camp education
• Approach themselves and others with a growth mindset, and have 1+ years of experience on successful and collaborative teams, including coaching experience
• Demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion in education, and creating positive community work culture. We especially encourage you to apply if you have lived experience as a member of (or extensive experience working with people from) any communities that are impacted by the historic and current system of oppression that has limited access to environmental education, or the outdoors in general
• Prioritize relationship-building and professional integrity, and are able to communicate with clarity, compassion, and accuracy 
• Possess a valid Wilderness First Responder certification or a willingness to acquire one
• Value NatureBridge’s mission and the development of environmental literacy through environmental science and nature education
• Have either a Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Have a valid Driver’s License

*All NatureBridge Employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Final shot must occur 15 days or more before the start date. Here is the link to our full policy: NatureBridge COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. You must also pass a background check in order to be eligible for employment.

Why should you join the NatureBridge team at Golden Gate?

• You want to work for a mission-driven organization that values your contributions and supports you in making a positive impact on youth and the environment
• You will work in a beautiful setting in Golden Gate National Park with dedicated, passionate team members
• You want to be part of an organization that is invested in growth, self-examination, and creating equitable and inclusive environments for staff and participants

How to apply:

Please submit a resume and cover letter addressed to National Education Director, Meg Jakubowski (Ms.) and Camp Director, Krayton Brox (Ms.) to our online Career Portal (link). In your cover letter, please tell us why you want to work for NatureBridge and how your work experience sets you up for success in the Education Manager role.