Outdoor Education Specialist: STEM & Nature Programs

U.S. National Whitewater Center; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount program

401K plan

Job summary

U.S. National Whitewater Center is seeking part-time Outdoor Educators in Charlotte, NC. You will implement environmental education programs for K–12 students and support team-building activities under the Outdoor School Supervisor.

Roles emphasize evenings, weekends, and seasonal schedules. Candidates should have teaching experience with school groups, a related environmental background, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in formal or informal settings for K-12 students.
• Background in Environmental Education, Environmental Science, Earth Science, Biology, or related field.
• Ability to deliver a short environmental lesson during interview.
• Strong communication skills and energetic, outgoing personality.
• Current or in-progress NC Environmental Education Certification is a plus.
• Current First Aid, CPR, AED certification (courses offered by Whitewater Center).
• Weekday availability; part-time with preference Mon-Fri in March–June and August–November.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, educational, and enjoyable atmosphere during programs.
• Learn and facilitate lesson plans on environmental education, Team Building, and STEM topics.
• Manage groups of up to 30 students with effective supervision and communication with chaperones.
• Assist with greeting school groups and conducting orientation talks.
• Maintain knowledge of activities, products, and services offered by the Center.
• Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching experience

Environmental background

Strong communication

NC Environmental Education Cert

First Aid/CPR/AED

Weekday availability

Job description

U.S. National Whitewater Center is seeking part-time Outdoor Educators in Charlotte, NC. You will implement environmental education programs for K–12 students and support team-building activities under the Outdoor School Supervisor.

Roles emphasize evenings, weekends, and seasonal schedules. Candidates should have teaching experience with school groups, a related environmental background, and strong communication skills.