Colorado Nonprofit Association

Bilingual (Einglish & Spanish) Urban Environmental Educator

Join The Greenway Foundation’s SPREE (South Platte River Environmental Education) program as an Environmental Educator! You’ll teach outdoor environmental education for preschool-5th grade students, teach at summer camps, and support community events and youth programs. This is a full-time, in-person position with variable hours based on program bookings. Most programs run weekdays, with occasional evenings and weekends required. All programs take place outdoors in Denver public parks or at local schools. Some programs involve working with monolingual Spanish-speaking children/families. You will be expected to communicate fluently in Spanish as needed. Additional responsibilities include supporting other programs, including but not limited to: excursions, events, camp, youth programs, volunteer opportunities, marketing, and fundraising. 

Responsibilities:

• Lead environmental education field trips and camps in urban Denver public parks
• Teach and communicate fluently in Spanish & English
• Manage groups of up to 20 students in outdoor settings
• Collaborate on programs, events, and marketing efforts

Ideal Candidate:

• Fluent in Spanish (spoken and written)
• Experience with elementary students or outdoor/environmental education
• Ability to create a safe, engaging learning environment
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather
• Culturally competent with underserved communities
• Organized, adaptable, and team-oriented

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background in education or environmental science
• Bicultural
• Certified Environmental Educator
• Experience with middle/high school students
• Experience with Google Workspace

Requirements

• Reliable transportation to Denver work locations
• Ability to walk up to 2 miles, work in water, lift up to 40 lbs
• Must pass a background check