eeCorps Environmental Educator – Denver Audubon

Latino Outdoors; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Biweekly living allowance

Housing stipend

Wellness stipend

Education award

Loan forbearance

Mileage reimbursement

Training and development

CAEE/Denver Audubon support

Job summary

Denver Audubon is seeking an Environmental Educator to teach science and conservation to K-12 students at the Littleton location and within our Nature Center. You will develop curricula with the education team and run programs such as bird banding, owl programs, nature hikes, and summer camps.

As an eeCorps member, you will deliver hands-on environmental education, collect program data, and travel locally between partner sites in Jefferson, Douglas, Arapahoe, Adams, and Denver counties.

Qualifications

• Passionate commitment to youth development and environmental / conservation / science education.
• Experience or strong interest in teaching in informal settings such as nature centers and camps.
• Commitment to continuous growth.

Responsibilities

• Instruct hands-on science, environmental education, and conservation classes for school groups, youth programs, and community programs.
• Collaborate with the education team to develop, enhance curricula and educational materials.
• Teach four to five days per week during the spring bird banding season.
• Teach week-long summer camps for elementary students focused on wildlife, watersheds, birds, and nature.
• Track progress and collect evaluation data for program measures.
• Attend eeCorps/AmeriCorps orientations, meetings, and trainings.

Skills

Youth development

Environmental education

Teaching experience

Public speaking

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Program Overview:

Led by the Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education (CAEE), the Environmental Education Corps (eeCorps) AmeriCorps Program places AmeriCorps members at organizations throughout Colorado to focus on increasing environmental literacy for PreK-12 students and implementing the goals outlined in the Colorado Environmental Education Plan. eeCorps works directly with teachers, schools, and environmental education providers to support them in expanding reach and increasing impact of EE programming, while providing access to equitable learning experiences for all PreK-12 students. AmeriCorps members serving with the eeCorps provide direct service to improve outcomes in Environmental Stewardship and Education. AmeriCorps provides opportunities to improve lives and foster civic engagement all across the country.

Service Site Overview:

This position will be located at Denver Audubon in Littleton, CO. Denver Audubon inspires actions that protect birds, other wildlife, and their habitats through education, conservation, and research. We connect people to nature with programs in schools, local parks, libraries, and at our Nature Center.

Service Position Summary:

The Environmental Educator will teach science, environmental education, and conservation to students in grades K-12 both in classrooms and our Nature Center. They will collaborate with the education team to develop and enhance curricula, education materials, and program evaluation. They will facilitate programs including bird banding, owl programs, nature hikes, pond explorations, and week-long summer camps.

Essential Functions (Primary Responsibilities):

eeCorps members engage with their Host Site organizations to develop, implement, and enhance programs, projects, and activities that will create progress towards eeCorps’ and Denver Audubon’s goals. These duties include:

• Instruct hands-on science, environmental education, and conservation classes for school groups, youth programs, and community programs
• Collaborate with the education team to develop, enhance, and implement curricula and educational materials
• Teach four to five days per week during the spring bird banding season
• Teach week-long summer camps for elementary students focused on wildlife, watersheds, birds, and nature
• Encourage stewardship through enthusiasm, knowledge, and passion for birds, other wildlife, and habitats
• Track progress and collect evaluation data for the program’s performance measures
• Attend all required eeCorps/AmeriCorps orientations, meetings, and trainings
• Complete and submit all necessary eeCorps paperwork and reports by predetermined deadlines
• Some local travel required and occasional statewide travel possible

Marginal Functions (Secondary Responsibilities):

• Support large public events hosted by Denver Audubon
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and environmental stewardship
• Inspire connections to nature and the outdoors in young people

Physical, Emotional, and Intellectual Demands:

• Extensive public contact including individuals, small groups, and large groups
• Multiple service settings may exist (inside offices or buildings, outdoors on trails, in classrooms)
• Extensive outdoor service (up to 8 hours at a time) in possibly adverse weather conditions including rain, snow, heat, and high winds
• At times strenuous outdoor service includes hiking, walking, carrying, and kneeling
• May lift up to 40+ lbs at times
• Must be able to navigate trails with uneven terrain and present programs (which may involve periods of standing, crouching, bending, etc.) for up to 7 hours at a time; accommodation needs may be discussed on an individual basis
• Occasional weekend and evening work will be required, which may include unlit night-time activities

Qualifications:

• Passionate commitment to youth development and environmental / conservation / science education
• Experience or strong interest in teaching in informal settings such as nature centers and camps
• Preferred: Three (3) months of verified experience in the care and supervision of school-age children (i.e. summer camp, before and after school)
• Commitment to continuous growth
• Team player: fun, outgoing, passionate, organized, creative, resourceful, critical thinker, results-oriented, and self-motivated
• Passionate about Denver Audubon’s mission
• Ethic of national and community service and a strong desire to create positive change
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; computer literate
• High school diploma or GED required
• At least 18 years old at start of service
• Reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance required
• Must pass National Service Criminal History Checks (NSOPW, State, and FBI) and CDEC Trails Child Abuse Registry Check
• U.S. Citizen, National, or Lawful Permanent Resident status required

Term of Service:

This is a half-time national and community service position requiring a minimum of 900 hours during the year (approximately 35-40 hours/week). Typical schedule is Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm. Flexible hours are required, including occasional evening, early morning, and weekend commitments. The position begins 2/16/27 and ends 8/15/27.

Training and Support Provided:

eeCorps members receive significant training and experience in community engagement, project implementation, leadership, diverse populations, and more. Up to 20% of total hours served may be spent in applicable approved training and professional development. Members will be supervised and supported by Kristen Peterka ([e-mail]), Denver Audubon Director of Education, as well as by Erin Dreps ([e-mail]), eeCorps Program Coordinator. The 2026-27 cohort of eeCorps members serving throughout the region will act as additional resources and support for each other.

Location and Service Conditions:

This position will be based at the Denver Audubon Kingery Nature Center at 11280 Waterton Rd, Littleton, CO 80125 and at the Denver Audubon offices at 11338 Waterton Rd, Littleton, CO 80125 (across the street from the Nature Center). Service will be performed at the Nature Center and at other partner schools, parks, community centers, and libraries in Jefferson, Douglas, Arapahoe, Adams, and Denver counties.

Benefits:

• Biweekly (two times per month) living allowance of $916.67. Taxes are deducted and the living allowance is distributed by direct deposit to the member’s bank account.
• $325/month housing stipend
• $100/month wellness stipend
• An education award of $3,697.50 upon successful completion of term of service.
• It is possible to defer student loans while serving as an AmeriCorps member.
• Loan forbearance for eligible student loans.
• Mileage reimbursement for eeCorps-required travel.
• Non-tangible benefits including extensive training, valuable experience, networking, and the opportunity to serve the local community in a crucial area of need.
• Ability to participate in regional EE leadership councils; option to obtain CAEE’s nationally-recognized Professional Environmental Educator Certification.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity:

This program is available to all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex (including gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), religion, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, military status, familial status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation will be provided as needed for applications, interviews, and service.