Desert Education Specialist: Field Programs & Adventures

The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

403(b) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Personal business days

Sick leave

Vacation

Job summary

The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum in Tucson, AZ seeks a full-time Educator to lead conservation programs and hands-on learning for students and families. You will connect ecology, math, art, and more in interdisciplinary lessons, inspiring desert stewards and fostering curiosity about wildlife and habitats.

The position emphasizes exploring Sonoran Desert science, delivering engaging programs, and collaborating with the Conservation, Education and Science department.

Qualifications

• Assoc degree in science, education or closely related field.
• One year of experience in early childhood or elementary education, formal or informal, paid or volunteer.
• Bachelor’s degree in science, education or related field preferred.
• Two+ years working with children in formal groups.
• Experience working with animals and outdoors.
• Experience hiking, camping with youth; theater/presentation experience.
• Experience creating educational resources such as slides, handouts, or activities.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and write routine reports; speak before groups.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of programming: classes, family groups, festivals, field trips, and events.
• Assist with programs and orientations for school groups and camps.
• Engage guests through exhibits and nature exploration on-site and off-site.
• Handle, transport, and teach with live animals; maintain animal handling certifications.
• Compile artifacts and materials for educational programs.
• Develop educational materials like slide decks and worksheets.
• Communicate with teachers and staff to coordinate program logistics.
• Communicate science topics including desert ecology and climate issues.

Skills

Science education

Public speaking

Education outreach

Education

Assoc degree in science

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Google Slides

PowerPoint

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Job description

The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum in Tucson, AZ seeks a full-time Educator to lead conservation programs and hands-on learning for students and families. You will connect ecology, math, art, and more in interdisciplinary lessons, inspiring desert stewards and fostering curiosity about wildlife and habitats.

The position emphasizes exploring Sonoran Desert science, delivering engaging programs, and collaborating with the Conservation, Education and Science department.