Director of Outdoor Education & Community STEM

Boyce Thompson Arboretum; Superior (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyce Thompson Arboretum is seeking a Director of Education to provide strategic direction for the Education Department and partner with Copper Corridor communities to develop STEM education programs aligned with the Arboretum’s mission. The role oversees onsite programming and volunteer engagement, designing curricula for students, families, and adult learners, and coordinating outreach.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in education or related field, 8–10 years of program leadership, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, environmental studies, or related field.
• 8–10 years of experience designing and leading educational programs.
• Experience supervising staff and volunteers; knowledge of arid-lands ecology.
• Spanish language preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop curriculum and programs with Copper Corridor schools.
• Lead Education staff and manage department budget and grants.
• Oversee onsite educational programming and volunteer activities.
• Deliver presentations and tours to diverse audiences.
• Coordinate adult education classes on-site and virtually.
• Assess program effectiveness and ensure scientific accuracy.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Communication skills

MS Office

Altru

Spanish (preferred)

Background check

Education

Master’s degree in education, environmental studies, or related field

8–10 years of experience

Experience supervising staff and volunteers

Knowledge of arid-lands ecology

Tools

MS Office

PowerPoint

Excel

Altru

Job description

Boyce Thompson Arboretum is seeking a Director of Education to provide strategic direction for the Education Department and partner with Copper Corridor communities to develop STEM education programs aligned with the Arboretum’s mission. The role oversees onsite programming and volunteer engagement, designing curricula for students, families, and adult learners, and coordinating outreach.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in education or related field, 8–10 years of program leadership, and