Part-Time Environmental Educator & Animal Care

South Shore YMCA; Norwell (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

South Shore YMCA is seeking an Environmental Educator & Animal Care Assistant in Norwell, MA. The role splits time between Environmental Education and Animal Care, educating and inspiring youth to protect the environment while promoting stewardship.

This part-time position requires flexibility for weekday, evening, and weekend programming, with a salary of $19.00–$21.00 hourly. Responsibilities include delivering programs, maintaining safe environments, documenting care tasks, and collaborating

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, wildlife biology, natural history, or related field preferred.
• Experience teaching in a formal or informal education setting preferred.
• Experience working with, caring for, and handling animals professionally and/or personally preferred.
• MA driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Must complete all training requirements offered by the Y, including CPR/FIRST AID and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Nature Center teams to plan, develop, and deliver engaging programs for diverse audiences.
• Lead and assist programs onsite at the Nature Center and offsite at schools and partner locations.
• Design, implement, and improve curriculum, lesson plans, exhibits, and educational materials.
• Maintain indoor and outdoor learning environments ensuring safety and engagement for participants.
• Document completed tasks in animal care and education logs and report concerns promptly.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Planning

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science

Bachelor's degree in wildlife biology

Bachelor's degree in natural history

Job description

South Shore YMCA is seeking an Environmental Educator & Animal Care Assistant in Norwell, MA. The role splits time between Environmental Education and Animal Care, educating and inspiring youth to protect the environment while promoting stewardship.

This part-time position requires flexibility for weekday, evening, and weekend programming, with a salary of $19.00–$21.00 hourly. Responsibilities include delivering programs, maintaining safe environments, documenting care tasks, and collaborating