Nature & Science Center Coordinator - Part Time - Starting ASAP

Aspen Academy•Gre, CO

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Build a program that prepares students for life—not just school. Are you a visionary builder and systems thinker who thrives on turning big ideas into high-impact reality? Do you believe that outdoor education, environmental science, and nature-based discovery are essential components for fostering curiosity, stewardship, and scientific inquiry? If so, Aspen Academy wants to meet you! We are seeking a dynamic, strategic leader to activate and expand the programming at our new Nature and Science Center. This is not a traditional teaching role—it is a high-impact leadership position focused on integrating real-world environmental education and nature-based discovery across our entire Toddler through 8th Grade community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (preferred in Environmental Science, Biology, Education, or a related field).
3+ years of experience in nature-based education or school-based science program design, implementation, and coordination.
CPR / First Aid certification.
Demonstrated success in curriculum design, project management, and instructional coaching, with a track record of mapping specialty content into core subjects.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to articulately pitch and champion the program’s vision to faculty, administration, and parents.
Creative problem solver and an inspirational motivator who can effortlessly build buy-in, energize teachers, and demonstrate the agility to seamlessly pivot when weather or scheduling conflicts arise.
High degree of reliability and self-motivation to manage the center independently; proficiency with Google Suite for scheduling and documentation.
Grant permission for a credit check and criminal background check.
Meet physical demands to perform essential functions of the role.
Ability to work a consistent part-time schedule; work in person/in the school building as well as outside in the elements, including occasional evenings and weekends.
Regularly required to speak, stand for long periods, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Visual and auditory agility to quickly assess safety/health issues and respond appropriately.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree, teaching credential, or license preferred.
2+ years of experience in an elementary and/or middle school setting preferred.
Certified Environmental Educator or similar professional credentials highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead Program Evolution: Guide the strategic direction of the Nature and Science program, fostering a culture of curiosity, environmental stewardship, and scientific inquiry from Toddlers to 8th Grade.
Drive School-Wide Integration: Collaborate with K–8 faculty to ensure classrooms consistently embed nature-based activities and environmental science into core academic domains (Math, Literacy, Science, Social Studies).
Act as an Instructional Coach: Provide guidance, mentorship, and "nature-literacy" training to faculty and volunteers to build their capacity and confidence in utilizing the outdoor classroom.
Direct Center Activation & Procurement: Manage the initial outfitting of the nature center, including the procurement, tracking, and maintenance of scientific equipment, tools, and educational materials.
Manage Logistics & Scheduling: Coordinate the use of the center and outdoor spaces, ensuring equitable, organized, and optimized access for all grade levels across a flexible schedule.
Enforce Safety & Compliance: Establish, document, and enforce comprehensive safety protocols, emergency procedures, and safety inspections for all outdoor activities.
Cultivate External Partnerships: Recruit, schedule, and manage relationships with environmental guest speakers, local nature organizations, or specialized summer camp vendors.
Serve as Primary Spokesperson: Serve as the main point of contact for families regarding nature program updates, expectations, and special events, maintaining a highly visible and positive community presence.