Part-Time Education Coordinator

TrulyHired; Canton (MA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

NepRWA is seeking a part-time Education Coordinator to lead the school outreach program, delivering hands-on science lessons to 5th graders and occasionally to middle and high school students. You will coordinate scheduling with schools and update lesson plans to meet state frameworks.

The role offers 15–20 hours per week October–May and about 8 hours weekly June–September, with some remote work potential but in-person teaching during school hours and occasional evenings or weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching hands-on science and environmental concepts in a formal or informal setting.
• Ability to develop compelling lesson plans aligned to objectives.
• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple contacts and activities.
• Willingness to learn basic database management and use Excel/Calendar tools.
• CORI checks required; own transportation with mileage reimbursement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the school outreach program to 3,500 students yearly with environmental lessons.
• Provide hands-on classroom instruction for 5th graders and occasional middle/high school programs.
• Coordinate program scheduling with schools.
• Update and develop lesson plans supporting NepRWA education goals and state curricula.
• Grow the program to include more communities and populations.
• Track and report program accomplishments; assist with grant writing and communications.
• Train and mentor Environmental Science Fellow.

Skills

Lesson plan development

Hands-on teaching

Interpersonal communication

Organization

Database basics

CORI compliance

Transportation required

Tools

Excel

Google Calendar

Database management basics

Job description

Job Description

Duties

• Lead our established school outreach program that reaches 3,500 students every year with lessons on preventing water pollution, conserving water, and building climate resilience.
• Provide hands-on classroom instruction for 5th-grade students and occasional programs for middle school and high school students.
• Coordinate program scheduling with schools.
• Update and develop lesson plans that support NepRWA's education goals, state curriculum frameworks, and school system needs.
• Grow the school outreach program to include additional communities, grade levels, and key populations.
• Track and report on program accomplishments and assist with occasional grant writing and communications about the school program.
• Train and mentor our Environmental Science Fellow to assist with classroom instruction.

Qualifications

• Success teaching hands-on science and environmental concepts in a formal or informal education setting.
• Experience developing compelling lesson plans that support multiple objectives.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (writing, speaking, presentation).
• Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and the ability to track and manage multiple contacts and activities simultaneously.
• Solid basic skills with Excel and Google Calendar, and willingness to learn simple database management skills.
• Must complete initial and periodic CORI checks consistent with school guidelines.
• Must have own transportation (reimbursement for work mileage).

Work Schedule, Compensation, and Hiring Practices

This is a permanent position with a part-time, seasonal schedule, averaging approximately 15-20 hours per week October through May; and averaging approximately 8 hrs per week from June to September. The schedule is flexible with some potential to work from home, but it does require being available for in-person teaching during normal school hours, and participation in occasional evening or weekend events. The successful applicant will be responsible for managing their own schedule from week to week, recognizing that some weeks will be very active and others much quieter. Pay is $24-28 per hour depending on experience, and includes 11 paid holidays, sick time, and vacation, as well as an employer match toward a retirement plan.

NepRWA is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that is representative of the people we serve in the watershed. NepRWA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from everyone interested in our mission, especially those from underrepresented groups such as people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities, and persons from diverse educational and economic backgrounds.

NepRWA Team

The NepRWA team encompasses diverse skills: scientists, naturalists, planners, lawyers, artists, and writers. All have a passion for the environment and are committed to improving the Neponset Watershed for everyone, including plants and wildlife!