Outdoor Coastal Educator — Estuary Explorers

Alliance Insurance Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

The Waterfront Alliance is seeking a part-time waterfront educator to deliver engaging environmental education across schools, community groups, and public programs in New York City.

Under the Senior Education Manager, you will lead simple water quality lessons, discuss climate resilience, and help run outdoor field labs at diverse waterfront sites throughout the five boroughs, with a focus on accessibility and civic engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience in maritime or environmental programming or related education.
• Comfortable working outdoors and onsite at NYC waterfront locations.
• Willing to lead programs solo or with others and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to engage a diverse audience with a positive customer service approach.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred but not required; background check may be required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in trainings and shadow programs to learn curriculum.
• Instruct water quality testing lessons and discuss climate resilience.
• Assist with tabling events by engaging the public and demos.
• Coordinate access to waterfront sites, directions, and weather contingency plans.
• Maintain organized workshop supplies and materials.

Skills

Maritime programming

Environmental programming

Outdoor work comfortable

Program delivery leadership

Detail oriented

Customer service

Background check willingness

First Aid/CPR preferred

Education

Background in environmental education

Job description

The Waterfront Alliance is seeking a part-time waterfront educator to deliver engaging environmental education across schools, community groups, and public programs in New York City.

Under the Senior Education Manager, you will lead simple water quality lessons, discuss climate resilience, and help run outdoor field labs at diverse waterfront sites throughout the five boroughs, with a focus on accessibility and civic engagement.