Fredericton, New Brunswick

Position: Education Coordinator
Organization: Conservation Council of New Brunswick
Location: Hybrid work from home within the greater Fredericton area, New Brunswick

Education Coordinator

The Conservation Council of New Brunswick has been working on environmental issues in New Brunswick since 1969 as a registered charity and an environmental non-profit organization. We have a small, dedicated team of staff who work closely together.

This role supports the Conservation Council’s education mandate, through public education and fostering a sense of environmental stewardship in our children, youth, and communities.

Reporting to the Director of Education and Engagement, the primary purpose of the Education Coordinator’s role is to develop and deliver educational programming that raises awareness and promotes action on key environmental issues such as climate change, pollution, biodiversity, and conservation.

A major focus of the successful candidate will be to coordinate the Learning Outside Project, developing and delivering quality experiential learning activities to K-12 students. In addition, this role will work collaboratively with other partner organizations to create a province-wide network of environmental educators that will allow every school in New Brunswick to access current, place-based, curriculum-linked educational climate change-centered programming while also giving educators the tools to teach their students outside and utilize their outdoor spaces.

Duties include:

Education Department responsibilities

• Program Development: Design, implement, and evaluate environmental education programs for diverse audiences, including schools, youth groups, and adult learners.
• Content Delivery: Plan and deliver education sessions and training sessions on topics such as climate action, biodiversity, sustainable energy, and conservation practices.
• Outreach and Engagement: Build relationships with schools, educators, community organizations, and other stakeholders to promote the Conservation Council's educational offerings.
• Curriculum Development: Create and update educational materials, lesson plans, and resources that align with New Brunswick’s education standards and the Conservation Council’s goals.
• Digital Learning: Develop and manage online learning resources, including webinars, virtual workshops, and digital toolkits, to expand the Conservation Council’s reach.
• Partnership Building: Work with external partners, including government agencies, other nonprofits, and businesses, to develop joint educational initiatives and secure funding, including the writing of funding applications.
• Evaluation and Reporting: Track the impact of educational programs through surveys, assessments, and reports, providing regular updates to the Director of Education and Engagement.

Conservation Council Responsibilities

• Collaborate with co-workers to deliver project goals and deadlines.
• Provide the Education and Engagement Director with regular program updates including monthly updates to the board.
• Participate in any activities related to donations (e.g. events, letters, campaigns, etc.)
• Engage in ongoing education, workshops, and conferences to enhance skills and knowledge relevant to the role.
• Assist other programs during events.

Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of environmental issues, particularly climate change, biodiversity, and conservation practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Must be comfortable with children and enjoy working with children (have direct experience working with children)
• Must be flexible and creative (both in developing activities and materials, and adapting to changing opportunities and requirements)

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid Working Environment
• Travel is required.
• Overtime may be required.
• Must be comfortable working outdoors under a wide range of conditions
• Must be willing to have (and must pass) a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sectors Check.
• Must have a valid driver’s license

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: $30-$35 per hour

Expected hours: 30 hours per week

Work Location: Hybrid with travel

Expected start date: 2024-11-04

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• Preference is given to bilingual candidates (English & French)
• Knowledge of a Wabanaki language is an asset

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, environmental science, or a related field; a Master’s degree is an asset.

Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in environmental education or program coordination, preferably within the nonprofit sector
• Proven experience in curriculum development and program facilitation
• Experience with digital learning platforms and online educational tools is an asset

Please send your resume and a covering letter to:
info@conservationcouncil.ca
subject: Education Coordinator

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