Sustainability & Garden Education Coordinator

Communityrootsacademy; Laguna Niguel (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403 (b) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Credit Union Membership

Before and after school childcare

Job summary

Community Roots Academy is seeking a Sustainability Coordinator to develop, implement, and communicate sustainability practices across our K–8 environment. You will lead garden education experiences and coordinate school-wide initiatives, engaging students, staff, and families in hands-on projects.

The role requires 2+ years of facilitation or teaching experience, strong knowledge of environmental science, and the ability to manage groups in outdoor settings, indoors, and during field activities.

Qualifications

• Must pass fingerprint clearance, TB test, pre-employment physical, and immunization record of measles and pertussis vaccines.
• Must complete CPR, First Aid, Mandated Reporter, Sexual Harassment and Pest Management trainings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, develop and implement sustainability practices.
• Coordinate school-wide sustainability initiatives and education.
• Develop and maintain documentation of sustainability initiatives: photos, blog, videos.
• Collaborate with staff to enhance school sustainability initiatives.
• Maintain strong student management to create a positive learning environment.
• Work independently and with others in garden education activities.
• Adapt hands-on lesson facilitation for diverse groups of students.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Sustainability knowledge

Environmental science

Facilitation experience

Teaching experience

Outdoor group management

Child development awareness

Conflict resolution

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Community Roots Academy is seeking a Sustainability Coordinator to develop, implement, and communicate sustainability practices across our K–8 environment. You will lead garden education experiences and coordinate school-wide initiatives, engaging students, staff, and families in hands-on projects.

The role requires 2+ years of facilitation or teaching experience, strong knowledge of environmental science, and the ability to manage groups in outdoor settings, indoors, and during field activities.