Lead Sustainability Educator

Yuvabe; Viluppuram; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

eBike

Free lunch

Access to a world-class mentor network

Job summary

Yuvabe in Auroville, India seeks an experienced Lead Sustainability Educator to design and deliver a Corporate Sustainability Course for young professionals. You will lead in-person and online sessions, curate engaging content, and coordinate field trips to demonstrate real-world sustainability practices within companies and communities.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in sustainability education, a background in environmental science, and strong teaching, communication, and organizational

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in sustainability education or related field.
• Strong understanding of climate science, corporate sustainability frameworks, and environmental regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills with ability to engage learners.
• Proficiency in curriculum development and creating interactive educational content.
• Strong organizational skills for managing classroom activities and field trips.

Responsibilities

• Lead in-person and online sessions for 20-30 participants.
• Develop, design, review, and update course materials.
• Create educational content such as presentations and case studies.
• Coordinate field trips and hands-on experiences.
• Stay updated on climate science, regulations, and best practices.
• Mentor participants and provide feedback on assignments.
• Assess learning outcomes and refine curriculum accordingly.
• Continuously improve course content based on feedback.

Skills

Climate science

Sustainability frameworks

Environmental regulations

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Curriculum development

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field

Master's degree or certification in Corporate Sustainability or Environmental Education

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Lead Sustainability Educator

Position: Lead Sustainability Educator! Location: Auroville, India

See yourself at Yuvabe.

Join the team as our Lead Sustainability Educator!

About Yuvabe

In a world where unchecked capitalism and digitisation have distanced young people from fulfilling careers-fueling trends like the Great Resignation and Quiet Quitting -Yuvabe offers a new path. With our #Work #Serve #Evolve (WSE) model, we re building a socially-driven enterprise that aligns work with purpose. Through real-world projects in Tech, Design, and Sustainability, we empower youth to upskill while fostering a service mindset and inner growth.

We are located in Auroville, the City of Future, where we are working hard to enable young minds in the bioregion to innovate, grow, and live in harmony with nature. Come join us to make a difference-for you and the world!

We have a strong network of mentors and domain experts with global experience and education (IBM, Motorola, University of Chicago-Booth, Kellogg-Northwestern, TISS) that can guide you to unleashing your potential!

About Auroville

The City of Dawn is an international, cultural experimental field developed with the support of the Govt. of India and UNESCO in 1968. It was conceived as a practical attempt to foster the symbiotic coexistence of all, in turn paving the way for a sustainable future for Earth and its inhabitants. This sustainability laboratory is dedicated to promoting the values of unending education, discovery, circular economy, human unity, and constant progress to restore the health of our world.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Lead Sustainability Educator to join our team in delivering an impactful Corporate Sustainability Course (among others) tailored for young professionals. This role is crucial in shaping the future of sustainability within corporations, empowering participants with the knowledge and skills to address today s environmental challenges. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of climate science, corporate sustainability frameworks, and effective teaching methodologies. The candidate in the role will lead and facilitate classes of 20-30 participants, develop engaging and relevant course content, and provide hands-on learning experiences, including organizing field trips and practical exercises

Responsibilities

• Course Facilitation & Engagement: Lead and manage in-person and online sessions, ensuring an interactive and dynamic learning environment for 15-20 young professionals. Promote active participation and foster critical thinking.
• Curriculum Development: Develop, design, review, and update course materials to ensure content remains relevant, current, and aligned with corporate sustainability practices and climate issues, while effectively utilizing the Learning Management System (LMS) to support and enhance the entire program.
• Content Creation: Develop educational materials, including presentations, case studies, and hands-on exercises, that support key sustainability concepts and real-world application.
• Field Trip Coordination: Plan, coordinate, and lead sustainability-focused field trips or site visits to provide experiential learning, engaging participants with real-life sustainability practices in corporations and communities.
• Climate & Sustainability Expertise: Stay informed about climate science, corporate responsibility, environmental regulations, and industry best practices, integrating this knowledge into course content and discussions.
• Participant Support: Offer guidance and mentorship to participants, providing constructive feedback on assignments, presentations, and discussions.
• Assessment & Evaluation: Develop and administer assessments to measure participants understanding of course material, providing feedback to improve learning outcomes.
• Continuous Improvement: Gather feedback from participants and stakeholders to continuously refine and enhance the course curriculum and teaching approach.

Minimum Required Experience

• 2+ years of working experience
• Strong understanding of climate science, corporate sustainability frameworks, and environmental regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills with a proven ability to engage and inspire learners.
• Proficiency in curriculum development, with a knack for creating interactive, engaging educational content.
• Strong organizational skills for managing classroom activities, field trips, and project timelines.

Preferred Education & Experience

• Education: Bachelor s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Climate Studies, or a related field. A Master s degree or certification in Corporate Sustainability or Environmental Education is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 2+ years of experience in sustainability education, environmental consulting, corporate sustainability, or a related field. Prior experience in facilitating or teaching is great!

Location

• This role will be located in our Auroville, India office. Approximately 10% of travel is anticipated [globally/within India].

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary
• eBike
• Free lunch
• Access to a world-class mentor network

Yuvabe thinks BIG. Do you

We like to solve problems, take initiative, pitch in when needed, and are always up for trying new things. That s why we seek out colleagues who embody our values.

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