Sustainability & Education Specialist
About The Position
The Sustainability & Education Specialist develops and implements sustainability and outdoor education programs for Community Roots Academy (CRA) and its associated Community Care Club (CCC), which provides before- and after-school enrichment and full-day break camps for children ages four years and nine months through 14. The role includes creating lessons for K–5 students, coordinating school-wide sustainability practices and education, leading the student Green Team, documenting sustainability initiatives, and assisting with recess supervision. The position reports to the CCC Director for program development and recess duties, and to the Co-Founder for sustainability practices. The work year is 12 months, with a schedule of 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Duties are performed in school, classroom, playground, and outdoor settings, and may include field trips and exposure to seasonal heat, sun, cold, or adverse weather. The work environment is usually moderately noisy.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Knowledge of sustainability and environmental science.
- At least 2 years of facilitation or teaching experience.
- Pass fingerprint clearance and a TB test, complete a pre-employment physical, and provide immunization records for measles and pertussis vaccines.
- Complete required training upon hire in CPR, First Aid, Mandated Reporter, Sexual Harassment, and Pest Management.
- Knowledge of child development principles and age-appropriate activities for K–8th grade.
- Knowledge of playground and classroom safety standards, including California Community Care Licensing regulations.
- Knowledge of positive behavior support and conflict resolution strategies for school-aged children.
- Effective communication and relationship-building skills with children, families, and school staff.
- Strong leadership and group management abilities with school-aged children.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of personalities and work cooperatively with others.
- Professionalism, flexibility, and a positive attitude.
- Ability to creatively plan and facilitate age-appropriate clubs, games, and enrichment activities.
- Ability to understand, implement, and give oral and written directions in English.
- Ability to observe health, safety, and child care licensing regulations; follow oral and written instructions; observe students; and maintain order.
Nice To Haves
- Outdoor group management experience.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement sustainability and outdoor education programs for CRA and CCC.
- Develop and implement engaging sustainability and outdoor education lessons for K–5 students.
- Develop and implement programs during fall, winter, spring, and summer break camps.
- Coordinate, develop, and implement sustainability practices.
- Coordinate school-wide sustainability initiatives and education.
- Lead the student Green Team program daily.
- Develop and maintain documentation of sustainability initiatives, including photos, blogs, and videos.
- Assist with recess supervision.
Benefits
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Credit union membership
- Before- and after-school childcare
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
