Summer Eco-Youth Program Lead (Outdoor Education)

Massachusetts Environmental Education Society; Arlington (MA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Environmental Education Society seeks a Program Leader for the Biodiversity Builders program in Summer 2026. The role entails delivering outdoor, hands-on environmental education to high school youth and coordinating field trips, community events, and student-led projects.

You will recruit and supervise college mentors, liaise with partners, and help track participation and program outcomes. Requires strong communication, leadership, and planning skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience may substitute.
• 2–5 years of experience in environmental education or program management.
• Knowledge of native plant gardening, environmental science, ecology, and environmental justice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver experiential outdoor and science-based curriculum to high school youth.
• Train, supervise, and guide college mentors and high school students.
• Collaborate with community organizations to align program with community needs.

Skills

Communication

Public speaking

Outdoor leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science Education Biology or related field

Job description

Massachusetts Environmental Education Society seeks a Program Leader for the Biodiversity Builders program in Summer 2026. The role entails delivering outdoor, hands-on environmental education to high school youth and coordinating field trips, community events, and student-led projects.

You will recruit and supervise college mentors, liaise with partners, and help track participation and program outcomes. Requires strong communication, leadership, and planning skills.