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 

Summer Camp Digital Arts Instructor

Organizational Summary

The Arvada Center for the Arts & Humanities celebrates and elevates the human condition with engaging arts, humanities, education, and entertainment that expand the cultural landscape for everyone. The Arvada Center strives to create and maintain an inclusive and welcoming environment for all artists, actors, staff, volunteers, and patrons.

Position Summary

The purpose of the Summer Camp Digital Arts Instructor position is to serve as the lead instructor of digital arts summer camps (June 2, 2025 – August 9, 2025) on behalf of the Education division of the Arvada Center.  Instructors teach weeklong half-day summer camps to students, ages 9-16 in our onsite Digital Creative Arts Lab (DCAL). Instructors are responsible for designing lesson plans and curriculum according to either proposed or pre-determined camp themes or content areas.

Responsibilities

 Design and serve as lead instructor in DCAL studio space for summer digital arts camps

 Communicate with Education summer camp staff in a timely manner in the long and short range planning of camps

 Arrive 15 minutes before camp is scheduled to begin to prepare parent sign/in and camp materials

 Attend and participate in all required meetings and trainings, including professional development trainings

 Exhibit strong organization skills, reliability, and flexibility 

 Ability to collaborate and effectively communicate with all levels of personnel, patrons, and general public in a cooperative and positive manner as a representative of the Arvada Center

Skills and Competencies

 Must possess prior digital art teaching experience (informal or classroom) and enjoy working with children

 Applicants should be highly organized, reliable, flexible, and enthusiastic about digital art education

 A passion for creativity, ability to focus on process over product, and a strong understanding of the needs of children aged 9-16

 Basic knowledge of a variety of digital arts, teaching, and classroom management techniques

 A background check is required for all summer camp instructors

Compensation

This is a part-time, varied schedule, non exempt position earning $25.00 – $30.00 per hour and paid sick time.

The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on age, race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability or any other status protected by state or local law. Candidates from traditionally marginalized communities are especially encouraged to apply.

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

Application Instructions

Please send an email with your resume and cover letter as PDF to jobs@arvadacenter.org with the job title in the subject line.

Applications accepted until December 14, 2024.

Summer Camp Visual Arts Instructor

Organizational Summary

The Arvada Center for the Arts & Humanities celebrates and elevates the human condition with engaging arts, humanities, education, and entertainment that expand the cultural landscape for everyone. The Arvada Center strives to create and maintain an inclusive and welcoming environment for all artists, actors, staff, volunteers, and patrons.

Position Summary

The purpose of the Summer Camp Visual Arts Instructor position is to serve as the lead instructor of visual arts summer camps (June 2, 2025 – August 9, 2025) on behalf of the Education division of the Arvada Center.  Instructors teach weeklong half-day summer camps to students aged 5-8 and 9-12. Instructors are responsible for designing lesson plans and curriculum according to either proposed or pre-determined camp themes or content areas.

Responsibilities

 Design and serve as lead instructor in studio space for summer visual arts camps

 Communicate with Education summer camp staff in a timely manner in the long and short range planning of camps

 Arrive 15 minutes before camp is scheduled to begin to prepare parent sign/in and camp materials

 Attend and participate in all required meetings and trainings, including professional development trainings

 Exhibit strong organization skills, reliability, and flexibility 

 Ability to collaborate and effectively communicate with all levels of personnel, patrons, and general public in a cooperative and positive manner as a representative of the Arvada Center

Skills and Competencies

 Must possess prior visual arts teaching experience (informal or classroom) and enjoy working with children

 Applicants should be highly organized, reliable, flexible, and enthusiastic about visual arts education

 A passion for creativity, ability to focus on process over product, and a strong understanding of the needs of children aged 5-12.

 Basic knowledge of a variety of visual arts, teaching, and classroom management techniques

 A background check is required for all summer camp instructors

Compensation

This is a part-time, varied schedule, non exempt position earning $20.00-$22.00 per hour and paid sick time.

The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on age, race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability or any other status protected by state or local law. Candidates from traditionally marginalized communities are especially encouraged to apply.

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

Application Instructions

Send an email with your resume and cover letter as PDF to jobs@arvadacenter.org with the job title in the subject line.

Applications accepted until December 15, 2024.

Summer Camp Performing Arts Instructor

Organizational Summary

The Arvada Center for the Arts & Humanities celebrates and elevates the human condition with engaging arts, humanities, education, and entertainment that expand the cultural landscape for everyone. The Arvada Center strives to create and maintain an inclusive and welcoming environment for all artists, actors, staff, volunteers, and patrons.

Position Summary

The purpose of the Summer Camp Performing Arts Instructor position is to serve as the lead instructor of performing arts summer camps (June 2, 2025 – August 9, 2025) on behalf of the Education division of the Arvada Center.  Instructors teach weeklong half-day summer camps to students aged 5-8 and 9-12. Instructors are responsible for designing lesson plans and curriculum according to either proposed or pre-determined camp themes or content areas.

Responsibilities

 Design and serve as lead instructor in studio space for summer performing arts camps

 Communicate with Education summer camp staff in a timely manner in the long and short range planning of camps

 Arrive 15 minutes before camp is scheduled to begin to prepare parent sign/in and camp materials

 Attend and participate in all required meetings and trainings, including professional development trainings

 Exhibit strong organization skills, reliability, and flexibility 

 Ability to collaborate and effectively communicate with all levels of personnel, patrons, and general public in a cooperative and positive manner as a representative of the Arvada Center

Skills and Competencies

 Must possess prior performing arts teaching experience (informal or classroom) and enjoy working with children

 Applicants should be highly organized, reliable, flexible, and enthusiastic about performing arts education

 A passion for creativity, ability to focus on process over product, and a strong understanding of the needs of children aged 5-12.

 Basic knowledge of a variety of performing arts, teaching, and classroom management techniques

 A background check is required for all summer camp instructors

The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on age, race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability or any other status protected by state or local law. Candidates from traditionally marginalized communities are especially encouraged to apply.

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties,responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

Early Childhood Teacher

Warren Village Learning Center serves children ages 6 weeks to 10 years old in a comprehensive, high quality early learning environment.  The Learning Center is a Colorado Shines 4 Star recognized Center.  Our teaching teams are dedicated to providing a supportive and nurturing learning environment that helps foster the development of the whole child.  Warren Village places a strong emphasis on teacher training and application of Conscious Discipline®, an innovative social-emotional learning and classroom management program designed to give teachers the discipline skills they need to address the emotional and behavioral issues of children. 

Warren Village recognizes that our backgrounds are broad and our talents are many, from different lived experiences.  We value and leverage our differences to encompass and reflect the communities we serve.  We align our policies, practices and resources so that people of all races, cultures, identities and socioeconomic status may feel valued and respected. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Maintain compliance with regulatory agencies.  
• Knowledge about of the Colorado Department of Human Services Licensing Regulations, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Regulations and the Denver Fire Department Regulations that govern childcare facilities  
• Development of professional techniques and skills that promote quality early childhood education. 
• Demonstrate an understanding of child development. 
• Attend and participate in classes, workshops and in services to enhance your ability to work with children and to gain information about current best practice in early childhood education.  
• Updating professional credentials in the PDIS system, as needed. 
• Develop, plan and implement developmentally appropriate social, emotional, cognitive, physical activities that promote a child’s development and support their interests. 
• Develop, implement and post weekly lesson plans. 
• Complete individual assessments (ESI, TSG, DECA) and develop individualized lesson plans and differentiate instruction when needed. 
• Develop and maintain cooperative and respectful relationships. 
• Develop positive relationships with parents and families. 
• Conduct parent/teacher conferences twice per school year at minimum, and as needed. 
• Conduct home visits twice per school year. 
• Report a progress daily to parents. 
• Develop and establish supportive relationships with children that include frequent nurturing interactions. 
• Supervise children at all times by sight and sound. 
• Conduct regular and consistent head counts to maintain adult/child ratios. 
• Confirm the identity of any person picking up a child and ask for Pick Up Pass before any child is released to any person other than the enrolling adult. 
• Maintain complete and accurate records. 
• Keep accurate Daily Attendance Sheets, and Record of Meals (ROMS) Food Sheets.   
• Complete an Accident/Incident report for any child receiving any type of injury while in the care of the Learning Center.  The form must be shared with parents during pick up time. 
• Complete Field Trip paperwork and parent permissions according to program procedures 
• Maintain classroom and general building appearance. 
• Request and follow up regarding necessary repairs for classrooms, child bathrooms, and playground. 
• Practice appropriate sanitation and disinfecting procedures for classroom materials and equipment i.e. mats, tables etc. 
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness, order, and professional appearance in the classroom. 
• Attend bi-weekly collaboration meetings with external agencies, as needed. 

Other duties as assigned.

Competencies and Traits:

• Commitment to the mission, goals and values of Warren Village.  
• Able to effectively communicate their ideas and understand the ideas of others; including the ability to convey information effectively, both verbally and in writing.  This includes effective listening skills.  
• Able to work well with others to achieve common goals; including being able to compromise, negotiate and effectively manage conflict.  
• Able to adjust to new conditions or changes in the work environment is crucial; including being open to new ideas and the ability to adjust to changes, such as new tasks, policies, or technologies.  
• Able to prioritize tasks, manage their time effectively, and meet deadlines. 
• Work cooperatively with other staff members. 
• Demonstrated behaviors like punctuality, maintaining a professional appearance and displaying a positive and respectful attitude.  
•  Able to see what must be done and act without being prompted. 
•  Demonstrated understanding, helpfulness, and a willingness to assist our colleagues, clients, tenants, etc. to the best of your ability.  
• Able to learn from experiences and apply them to new situations. 
• Demonstrated the ability to navigate the Teaching Strategies Gold assessment system and the Creative Curriculum. 
• Able to prioritize multiple tasks, allocate time efficiently and meet deadlines for multiple projects and/or activities.  
• Able to retain a positive attitude towards work, regardless of the nature. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

ECT qualified 

Associate’s degree or equivalent credits in ECE, Elementary Education, Special Education, Family and Child Development or Child Psychology 

One or more years of experience working with children. 

Experience with the Teaching Strategies Gold assessment system, the Creative Curriculum, and familiarity with the Conscious Discipline Model, preferred. 

Preferred or related Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field

2 or more years of classroom experience in specific age classroom 

Bilingual and/or experience with culturally diverse people a plus. 

Additional eligibility requirements (Certifications, Licenses, etc.):

TB test clearance 

First Aid certification 

Work Environment: 

The working environment is typically that of a classroom using a computer, chalkboard, desk and other educational tools, year-round. The ECE Teacher may be exposed to sick or sometimes contagious/ill children and must therefore be conscious of ensuring the health and safety of the kids, their parents, school personnel and themselves. The childcare facility is licensed for 111 children.  This position frequently communicates with staff and children.  Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.  Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. 

Physical Demands: 

The person in this position needs to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds.  Frequently bending, standing, crouching.  Activities are completed within the building and outdoors. 

Travel Required:   x  No o  Yes (limited, largely to the Denver Metro Area)     

Writing Instructor – Frames Comic Program

ABOUT BRINK

Vision: 

Brink believes in a world in which every person has the passion, purpose, and power to write a bright future for themselves and their communities. 

Mission: 

Brink utilizes the power of storytelling to foster a love of literature, increase literacy rates, and empower underserved populations. By combining innovative education programs with community involvement, Brink creates pathways for underrepresented, diverse, and emerging voices. 

Our Unique Approach: 

Harnessing the power of stories, our programming seeks to tackle the internal and external barriers our students face through three stages. 

1. Intervention: Engaging with students at pivotal turning points, we create holistic learning spaces to tackle personal barriers with mental health, mindfulness, and purpose-finding tools.
2. Transformation: Through the act of telling their stories, students strengthen resilience and self worth, build future pathways, and gain essential education and career skills needed to achieve their goals. 
3. Empowerment: Channeling their transformation outward, students learn to advocate for themselves and their communities, sharing their experiences to heal and inspire those around them

ABOUT FRAMES COMIC PROGRAM

Started in 2017, Brink runs this innovative educational program in women’s prisons in the U.S. and UK. Using comics as a way to court low-literacy and reluctant readers, we help students distill a single turning point in their lives into a short graphic memoir. This process works to tackle personal trauma, increase self-sufficiency, and help students gain the tools they need to get out, and stay out, of prison. We now work with reintegration organizations to bring this work to formerly incarcerated adults as part of a reintegration support system. We also work closely with teenagers and young adults in order to disrupt the school-to-prison pipeline and decrease rates of youth recidivism.

THE MISSION FOR THIS POSITION

Frames Instructors will facilitate classes for our largest educational programs: Frames Comic Program.

Frames instructors will work with our education team to implement our established curricula. In addition to implementing current curriculum onsite with our established community partners, instructors will also work with our Education Program Manager to create education networks and expand our programs into Colorado communities where need has been identified.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

This position is ideal for someone who:

• Enjoys building community
• Believes in the power of storytelling to change lives
• Can collaborate constructively and humbly with teams of students, community members, educators, editors, and publishers
• Has a growth mindset
• Is excited about disrupting educational systems to create lasting individual and societal change. 

Candidates for this position should have stellar communication skills and an enthusiasm for connecting authentically with and learning from people from diverse backgrounds. 

They will have some degree of experience in storytelling, arts/creative expression, classroom management, mindfulness/mental health, or community facilitation. 

This is also the ideal position for somebody who has firsthand experiences within justice-impacted communities and advocacy spaces.

Preferred Skills:

Brink is not a degree-based employer. We hire based on skills and mindset, not traditional experience. With that said, competitive candidates for this position will possess the following skills:

1. An acumen for developing great stories
2. An ability to guide students towards learning and engaging on their own terms
3. An extremely high level of organization, communication, and logistical follow-through  
4. Strong interpersonal skills for building student trust and community ties.
5. Understanding of the current educational landscape (including the ability to navigate what you’ve seen work and fail as an educator OR as a student, so we can pivot to improve the systems we work in, instead of adding to the problem.).
6. Be a deeply engaged member of the justice-impacted or low-opportunity communities we serve in Colorado, specifically in the Denver Metro Area or Colorado Springs. 

INTERVIEW PROCESS

Step 1: Informational Interview. Learn more about the role and elaborate on your experience (30 minutes)

Step 2: Mock Classroom Interview. You’ll be given a few comics and will choose one to teach to the “class” of Brink staffers on a Zoom call; interview with several Brink staffers (1 hour + your individual prep time) 

Step 3: Final Interview (30 minutes)

Step 4: Reference Checks

Candidates who receive an offer will undergo a background check.

POSITION OVERVIEW

If you are hired into this instructor position, you will spend most of your time split between  

five primary types of work:  

1. Classroom Instruction: lead and facilitate classes according to Brink’s Frames curriculum.
2. Out-of-Class Student Support: engage thoroughly with the output and values of your students to guide them toward their personal and storytelling goals
3. Content Revision: Aid Brink’s Education team in improving our curriculum according to instructor and student feedback, as well as community need. 
4. Classroom Data Analysis: Collaborate on the gathering, organization, and interpretation of qualitative and quantitative data points to improve programing and support program growth. (No prior experience required).
5. Community and Business Cultivation: Maintain and grow our community of students, teachers, education directors, grant funders, and nonprofit partners to increase impact. 

Your Starting Point

The Frames Comic Program has been tested in a variety of forms, incorporating the latest research in student-centered, equitable pedagogy. To start, you will join our lead instructors to work as an on-site instructor with new and established partnership organizations. You will learn to implement our current systems; critically evaluate, adjust, and revise the program according to community and student needs; and identify new ways to reach our target communities in Colorado.

Although much of this role will require strong classroom management skills, ability to work intimately with student narratives, and authentic emotional connections with student experiences, you’ll be supported by your supervisor, colleagues, and partners, and will be provided with thorough teacher training and continuous resources.

Results:

Results this position will be responsible for achieving:

1. You have completed the instruction and facilitation of various Frames courses with our community partners.
2. You have worked with the education team and students in order to critically assess the efficacy of the curriculum within the communities we engage.
3. You have guided the expansion of Frames into new community areas where need has been identified.
4. You established ties with educators, communities, and partners with whom Brink can pursue future programming endeavors.

Responsibilities:

A slightly “lower altitude” view of major responsibilities of this role:  

1. Create a welcoming and holistic classroom space in which your students can learn and express themselves with authenticity, confidence, and compassion.
1. Provide those students with rigorous instruction that both meets them where they are at and encourages them to grow and aspire as storytellers. 
2. Handle nonfiction student work with care, complexity, and respect. 
3. Maintain organized classroom practices for student progress data and record keeping.
2. Work with our Education team, students, community members, and youth advisors to critically evaluate the ongoing efficacy of the curricula and help our team revise it for future use, according to both instructor and student experiences. 
3. Community Program Development
1. Identify new spaces into which we can expand our work.
2. Build ties with communities, educators, and potential partners 

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

Brink’s mission centers on inclusion, empathy, and humility. Thus, both the working environment and the materials we teach are centered on championing and embracing diversity in all its forms including, though not limited to: race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, religion, and disability. We do not expect all our staff to personally identify with the diverse community we serve, but a deep respect for differences and a commitment to approaching difficult topics with humility and respect is essential to our work. 

Working with marginalized communities requires an enormous amount of empathy and diverse perspectives. Thus, someone who is not only comfortable but excited to engage with these populations is essential to any role with Brink.

STEAM Educator

Job Purpose: The STEAM Educator will serve as the Museum’s content expert in STEAM Education and experiential, constructivist learning primarily for school-aged audiences ECE through 3rd Grade. This position will deliver mission aligned experiences and programming that will nurture imagination and open-ended exploration both within the Museum exhibits and in the community. The STEAM Educators are responsible for creating a welcoming and inclusive environment and contributing to the operations and creative programmatic activation of the Museum exhibits while providing exceptional guest service. The STEAM Educator reports to Community Programs Manager. 

Job Specification: Full-time, Tuesday-Saturday schedule, with additional hours as needed to meet business needs for occasional weekends, evenings, holidays and events. 

Rate: $21.50 – $23.14/hour (Additional $1/hour for bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency)

Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and developmentally appropriate STEAM focused learning experiences in English, Spanish, bilingually and to Dual Language Learners for school-aged audiences (ECE through 3rd Grade) at the Museum for daily programing, in the community for outreaches, and enhanced programming for special events. 
• Collaborate with Program Coordinators and Early Childhood Programs Manager responsible for programming in The Art Studio, The Teaching Kitchen, Outdoor Experience, Book Nook and Bloom.  
• Cross-team and cross-departmental collaboration on projects as assigned, modeling a spirit of teamwork and professionalism as a STEAM content expert.
• Design new innovative programming in collaboration with the Community Programs Manager. 
• Implement a robust calendar of activities, including daily and special event programming. 
• Serve as day of operations point-of-contact for on-site field trips and scheduled outreach programs in collaboration with the Community Access Coordinator.  
• Collect and track attendance of daily programming, outreaches and field trips for use in grant reporting and evaluation.  
• Maintain inventory of program supplies and resources.
• Responsible for opening/closing and the resetting of exhibits throughout the day while on-site at the Museum.  
• Support the Museum Associate team in operations of Museum exhibits as assigned.  
• Drive to and from off-site community programs and events. 
• Serve as a guest service ambassador on the Museum floor while engaging with guests.  
• Train and serve as Manager on Duty (MOD) and assume MOD responsibilities as needed

Requirements:  

• Bachelor’s degree, or documented professional training, in STEAM education, community programming or other relevant content areas.   
• 1+ years of experience planning and facilitating programming in an educational setting for children and/or families. 
• Strong commitment to the Museum’s mission, vision and values of diversity, equity, access and inclusion.  
• Demonstrate engaging, dynamic presentation and teaching skills; as well as excellent classroom management techniques with diverse audiences of varying ages and sizes.  
• Experience working with neurodivergent audiences and individuals with disabilities. 
• Flexible and energetic, with excellent problem-solving skills. 
• Experience in customer service and ability to respond with professionalism and competence in a public-facing role. 
• Understanding of the Colorado State Academic Standards and 21st Century Skills.  
• Ability to build a program or lesson plan that illustrates the goals and learning outcomes for students. 
• Abide by all Museum policies and procedures, including dress code and attendance policy.  
• Wear appropriate attire and Museum uniform at all times. 
• Fluency with computer software, including Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office. 
• Fluent English and Spanish proficiency, writing, speaking and comprehension skills is preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license is required and ability to drive to and from off-site activities.  

Physical Requirements:  

• Load, unload and set up materials and equipment (up to 50 lbs.).  
• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods of time (up to 6 hours). 
• Use office equipment and computers.  
• Other physical requirements of the position may include but are not limited to moving, traversing, positioning self to bend, stoop, crouch, remain in a stationary position on the floor, and/or reaching. 

Work Environment: 

This position operates in both an indoor and outdoor environment where variable temperatures, light levels, crowds are moderate to very noisy sound levels are common. The employee is required to interact and communicate with adults and children frequently, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers, as well as common cleaning supplies.   

STEAM Educator (Bilingual English/Spanish Required)

Job Specification: Full-time, Sunday – Thursday (Bilingual English/Spanish Required), with additional hours as needed to meet business needs for occasional weekends, evenings, holidays and events. 

Additional position: Full-time, Monday – Friday (Bilingual English/Spanish Required), with additional hours as needed to meet business needs for occasional weekends, evenings, holidays and events.  

 Rate: $22.70 – 24.14/hour

• Deliver engaging and developmentally appropriate STEAM focused learning experiences in English, Spanish, bilingually and to Dual Language Learners for school-aged audiences (ECE through 3rd Grade) at the Museum for daily programing, in the community for outreaches, and enhanced programming for special events. 
• Collaborate with Program Coordinators and Early Childhood Programs Manager responsible for programming in The Art Studio, The Teaching Kitchen, Outdoor Experience, Book Nook and Bloom.  
• Cross-team and cross-departmental collaboration on projects as assigned, modeling a spirit of teamwork and professionalism as a STEAM content expert. 
• Design new innovative programming in collaboration with the Community Programs Manager. 
• Implement a robust calendar of activities, including daily and special event programming. 
• Serve as day of operations point-of-contact for on-site field trips and scheduled outreach programs in collaboration with the Community Access Coordinator.  
• Collect and track attendance of daily programming, outreaches and field trips for use in grant reporting and evaluation.  
• Maintain inventory of program supplies and resources. 
• Responsible for opening/closing and the resetting of exhibits throughout the day while on-site at the Museum.  
• Support the Museum Associate team in operations of Museum exhibits as assigned.  
• Drive to and from off-site community programs and events. 
• Serve as a guest service ambassador on the Museum floor while engaging with guests.  
• Train and serve as Manager on Duty (MOD) and assume MOD responsibilities as needed

Job Requirements

• Fluent English and Spanish proficiency, writing, speaking and comprehension skills required.  
• Bachelor’s degree, or documented professional training, in STEAM education, community programming or other relevant content areas.   
• 1+ years of experience planning and facilitating programming in an educational setting for children and/or families. 
• Strong commitment to the Museum’s mission, vision and values of diversity, equity, access and inclusion.  
• Demonstrate engaging, dynamic presentation and teaching skills; as well as excellent classroom management techniques with diverse audiences of varying ages and sizes.  
• Experience working with neurodivergent audiences and individuals with disabilities. 
• Flexible and energetic, with excellent problem-solving skills. 
• Experience in customer service and ability to respond with professionalism and competence in a public-facing role. 
• Understanding of the Colorado State Academic Standards and 21st Century Skills.  
• Ability to build a program or lesson plan that illustrates the goals and learning outcomes for students. 
• Abide by all Museum policies and procedures, including dress code and attendance policy.  
• Wear appropriate attire and Museum uniform at all times. 
• Fluency with computer software, including Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office. 
• Valid driver’s license is required and ability to drive to and from off-site activities.  

Physical Requirements:

• Load, unload and set up materials and equipment (up to 50 lbs.).  
• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods of time (up to 6 hours). 
• Use office equipment and computers.  
• Other physical requirements of the position may include but are not limited to moving, traversing, positioning self to bend, stoop, crouch, remain in a stationary position on the floor, and/or reaching. 

Work Environment:

This position operates in both an indoor and outdoor environment where variable temperatures, light levels, crowds are moderate to very noisy sound levels are common. The employee is required to interact and communicate with adults and children frequently, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers, as well as common cleaning supplies.  

eeCorps Education Programs Assistant – Dinosaur Ridge

Program Overview: Led by the Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education (CAEE), the Environmental Education Corps (eeCorps) AmeriCorps Program places AmeriCorps members at organizations throughout Colorado to focus on increasing environmental literacy for PreK-12 students and implementing the goals outlined in the Colorado Environmental Education Plan. eeCorps works directly with teachers, schools, and environmental education providers to support them in expanding reach and increasing impact of EE programming, while providing access to equitable learning experiences for all PreK-12 students. AmeriCorps members serving with the eeCorps provide direct service to improve outcomes in Environmental Stewardship and Education. AmeriCorps provides opportunities to improve lives and foster civic engagement all across the country.

Service Site Overview: This position will be located at Dinosaur Ridge in Morrison, CO. Dinosaur Ridge educates and inspires wonder in visitors of all backgrounds about the science and history of the fossils and natural resources found at Dinosaur Ridge, Triceratops Trail, and related paleontology sites. We also practice and educate about responsible stewardship of these resources.

Service Position Summary: The Education Programs Assistant will assist with developing new camp lesson plans and education programs, enhance and lead existing school and camp education programs to maximize their impact and reach.

Essential Functions (Primary Responsibilities):

eeCorps members engage with their Host Site organizations to develop, implement, and enhance programs, projects, and activities that will create progress towards eeCorps’ and Dinosaur Ridge’s goals. These duties include:

• Assist with leading and updating current outdoor and environmental education programs to expand our reach to schools and students
• Develop new environment and climate-based activities and programs for our summer camp lesson plans
• Develop new daily themes and activities for our Presidents Day and Spring Break Camps
• Assist with leading environmental education and science activities for above camps
• Assist the Education, Camp, and Collections Manager to identify and contact organizations to fill summer camp scholarships
• Coordinate and schedule field trips and guest speakers for the summer camp season
• Develop an organization plan for camp supplies and equipment
• Assist in maintaining camp needs during the summer camp season
• Track progress and collect evaluation data for the program’s performance measures
• Attend all required eeCorps/AmeriCorps orientations, meetings, and trainings
• Complete and submit all necessary eeCorps paperwork and reports by predetermined deadlines
• Some local travel required and occasional statewide travel possible

Marginal Functions (Secondary Responsibilities):

• Assist with implementing assessment/evaluation of all programs
• Assist with special events 
• Attend Education Staff meetings and trainings

Physical, Emotional, and Intellectual Demands:

• Ability to lead education programs on outdoor paved and gravel trails up to 3 miles in length and in other outdoor settings for up to 4 hours in variable weather conditions
• Able to carry/lift bins filled with rocks, fossils and other program supplies (max 30 lbs); assistance is available if this is a concern
• Commitment to equity and inclusivity in education
• “People person” willing to engage with children, families, and adults

Qualifications:

• Age 18+ required, age 21+ preferred 
• 2-year Associates degree or 4-year Bachelors’ degree in science or education preferred; coursework in geology, paleontology and earth science is a bonus.
• Proficiency in Spanish is preferred
• 1+ years of inquiry-based education program delivery experience with school & family audiences, preferably in an outdoor or non-profit setting
• Excellent public speaking skills
• Friendly and outgoing demeanor 
• Organized and attentive to detail
• Team-oriented and consistently demonstrates positive values in work habits
• Ethic of national and community service and a strong desire to create positive change
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; computer literate
• Ability to pass criminal history checks required
• Reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance required
• U.S. Citizenship or lawful permanent resident status required

Term of Service: This is a half-time national and community service position requiring a minimum of 900 hours during the year (approximately 35-40 hours/week). The position begins 2/16/25 and ends 8/15/25. Flexible hours are required, including occasional evening and weekend commitments.

Training and Support Provided: eeCorps members receive significant training and experience in community engagement, project implementation, leadership, diverse populations, and more. Up to 20% of total hours served may be spent in applicable approved training and professional development. Members will be supervised and supported by Amanda Rea, Dinosaur Ridge Director of Camp and Collections, as well as by Erin Dreps, eeCorps Program Coordinator. The 2024-25 cohort of eeCorps members serving throughout the region will act as additional resources and support for each other.

Location and Service Conditions: This position is based at Dinosaur Ridge, 16831 W. Alameda Parkway, Morrison, CO. Some service may also be performed at the Discovery Center at 17681 W. Alameda Parkway and Triceratops Trail in Golden, CO. There may be occasional service offsite at schools or education outreach locations.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity: Dinosaur Ridge is dedicated to the principles of equal opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of age 40 and over, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment based on any of these protected classes, as well as marital status, political affiliation, ancestry, and ethnicity. Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct which has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual’s work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment. This policy applies to all employees, including managers, supervisors, co-workers, and non-employees such as customers, volunteers, interns, clients, vendors, consultants, etc.

The Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education (CAEE) recognizes the value of diversity and inclusiveness to advance environmental education. CAEE defines diversity in its broadest sense and welcomes everyone to the field of environmental education and the Alliance, including but not limited to people of all races, ethnicities, genders, gender expressions, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, national origins, socioeconomic status, religious affiliations, languages, and heritages.

College Advisor

Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) is seeking a passionate, driven individual with the desire to learn, grow, and excel in a culture that values every member of the team. DSF was named one of the Denver’s Top Workplaces in 2024 (5 year recipient of Top Workplaces), a testament to our team and to our intentionality in co-creating a positive, inclusive work environment. In 2022, DSF was named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to work for by the National Association for Business Resources. When you join the DSF team, you will enjoy a supportive, and innovative environment where your work has a profound impact on the lives of students and their families.

As a nonprofit organization, DSF’s mission is to inspire and empower DPS students to enroll in and graduate from postsecondary institutions of higher education, by providing the tools, knowledge, and financial resources essential for success. By embodying the core values of equity, innovation, leadership, learning, relationships, and integrity in everything we do, DSF strives to be a leader within the community. As we constantly seek to improve our services, we build strong relationships with college staff members, partners, students, team members and the broader community. We are committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, believing in the value and ability of all students and team members.

We seek candidates who will model, live, and reinforce DSF’s mission and core values with colleagues, students, families, and the broader community. If you are passionate about the philosophy and mission of DSF, then we invite you to join us and help make college possible for Denver’s students.

Job Summary

Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) is seeking a College Advisor to guide students through the college readiness, application, and enrollment process through a relationship based holistic lens that supports student’s overall well-being. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals who desire to excel within an evolving organization. When you join the DSF team, you will enjoy a supportive, dynamic, and innovative environment where your work makes an impact. As an organization, DSF strives to be a leader in the community by embodying the values of equity, innovation, leadership, learning, relationships, and integrity in everything that we do. If you do too, then we invite you to join us and help make college possible for Denver’s students.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage a DSF Future Center (i.e. college resource center) that promotes all college pathways including technical, two-year and four-year opportunities
• Deliver high impact college readiness and access services to high school students and their families through individual advising, group facilitation, classroom lessons, and presentations that are strategically grouped by grade-level, focusing on 4 content areas:

1. College and Career Exposure- college representative presentations, academic major exploration, job shadows, interest and aptitude surveys, connecting career interest to academic pathways
2. Personal Development- relationship building, goal setting, decision making, student accountability, navigating systems, communication skills
3. College Readiness- high school academic success, extracurricular involvement,
4. Financial Literacy- how to pay for college, financial aid readiness, scholarship identification and application support

• Support and collaborate on college access programming including, but not limited to, college application submission, career advising, college campus visits, interface with admissions officers, financial aid advising, scholarship assistance, FAFSA submission and college enrollment step completion
• Ongoing support and advocacy for students’ academic and personal development
• Maintain and utilize current best practices in college access advising for diverse, first-generation, and limited income students aspiring to complete a technical certificate, 2-year degree, and/or a 4-year degree
• Collaborate with school administration, counselors, staff and community partners to coordinate and/or deliver specified 9-12th grade services focused on college and career awareness and early preparation
• Maintain accurate and current student data related to college access activities, services, progress toward post-secondary education, college enrollment, mental health and resiliency
• Analyze student progress periodically to establish data-informed daily, weekly, monthly and annual programming and student outreach priorities and strategies
• Maintain healthy, collaborative, and productive relationships with all key stakeholders including students, families, high school staff, district partners, staff from partner organizations, community members, and funders.
• Raise student awareness and participation in the DSF Scholarship program
• Actively participate in Staff, Program, and Advisor meetings and professional development opportunities, assist in the planning and facilitation when appropriate, and manage DSF volunteers/interns to maximize impact
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills and Abilities

• Experience working with youth (especially those who are traditionally under-resourced) and a demonstrated passion for helping students succeed
• Knowledge of adolescent development theory and practices. Ability to evaluate student knowledge and abilities of academic skills, soft skills, and college readiness and to provide developmentally appropriate support and interventions to promote growth in each targeted area
• Able to effectively utilize student information systems, databases, various software programs, communication tools, internet tools, including but not limited to Salesforce, MAIA Learning, CDHE FAFSA portal, Infinite Campus, Moglii texting platforms, and Google and Microsoft Suites to effectively serve students, track and report on student progress and work with partners and colleagues
• Knowledge of higher education financing, student financial aid, and/or postsecondary education entrance processes
• Strong oral communication, presentation and writing skills
• Strong organization skills, attention to detail, accuracy and timeliness with assigned tasks
• Proactive problem-solver who demonstrates initiative and ability to work individually and on a team
• Ability to operate in a professional manner including proper attire, ethical behavior, and strict confidentiality with student/family information
• Ability to facilitate effective collaboration and to resolve conflict
• A sense of humor, tolerance for change, and a demonstrated ability to create a positive culture and sense of empowerment for students/families
• Engage student voices to design and implement programming rooted in trauma-informed strategies focused on students’ social awareness, relationship skills, self-confidence, self-management, and decisions making (Preferred)
• Engage student voices to design and implement programming rooted in trauma-informed strategies focused on student social-awareness, relationship skills, self-confidence, self-management, decision making and more (Preferred)
• Fluent Spanish speaker (Preferred)