Environmental Educator

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATOR (PART-TIME, SEASONAL) 

I Love A Clean San Diego is passion in action. Help us inspire environmental stewardship as we work to improve the health and beauty of San Diego County. If you are looking for a dynamic, impact-driven organization that values engagement and professionalism, we want to meet you!  

OUR MISSION: I Love A Clean San Diego leads and inspires our community to actively conserve and enhance the environment through example, outreach, and local involvement. 

OUR VISION: A zero waste, litter-free, and environmentally engaged San Diego region 

TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT:  Part-time, Seasonal, Non-Exempt 

            15-20 hours per week 

Season: Hire Date through June 13, 2026 

DEPARTMENT: education 

REPORTS TO: Director of Education 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:  

• $20.00 – $22.00 per hour (depending on experience)
• Mileage reimbursement (current CA reimbursement rate)
• Paid time off (PTO)

The Environmental Educator implements ILACSD’s K-12 environmental education presentations, programs, and outreach events. Duties include presenting to schools and community organizations, as well as attending outreach booths and cleanups throughout San Diego County. Candidates must be available weekly on three weekdays during school hours (7am-4pm) and one weekend day. The ideal candidate will be available on three weekdays and Saturdays. Hours vary from week to week, averaging 15-20 hours per week throughout the school year.  

SPECIFIC DUTIES 

• Deliver engaging, informative educational presentations to K-12 classrooms, assemblies, and adult groups throughout San Diego County on stormwater pollution prevention, watershed education, zero waste, and recycling, among others
• Teach an average of 8-16 presentations per week. The majority of programs are held during the school day, with occasional after-school or evening programs
• Learn provided curriculum through independent study and presentation observations as schedule allows
• Distribute and collect teacher evaluations, student surveys, and handouts
• Maintain and care for department supplies and equipment
• Develop and nourish positive relationships with schools, community groups, clubs, corporations, and governmental agencies
• Support and attend special events (Kids Ocean Day, workshops, countywide cleanups, etc.) as needed
• Staff 2-6 community events per month (outreach booths, cleanups, etc.), including supply pick-up, set-up, and break-down; weekend availability required
• Respond to ILACSD staff inquiries within 24-48 hours via phone or email (unless prior arrangements made)
• Complete timecards and mileage reimbursement within due dates
• Attend staff meetings
• Other duties as assigned to support the ILACSD team

position REQUIREMENTS 

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check
• Proof of a current TB (tuberculosis) test to work in school settings
• Candidates with a valid recent TB test may provide documentation; otherwise, ILACSD will provide and cover the cost of the TB test upon hire
• Reliable transportation; ability and willingness to travel to event locations (mileage is covered when it exceeds distance from your home to office)
• Flexible daily start and end times, dependent on scheduled presentations
• Ability to work weekend events
• Must have reliable access to email and respond to communications within one business day
• Ability to move equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. to off-site locations and occasionally remain stationary for long periods at a time
• This position requires on-site work conducted throughout San Diego County
• Ability to interact with diverse groups of people
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Teaching experience and/or engaging youth required; experience with K-12 students preferred
• Positive and dynamic interpersonal skills
• Flexible and eager to learn
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability and willingness to educate, inspire, and empower others, particularly youth audiences
• Effective communication and behavior management skills for diverse audiences
• Confident speaking in front of large and small groups utilizing provided curriculum
• Comfortable working independently as well as in team settings
• Environmental background/experience and knowledge of environmental challenges facing San Diego County (preferred)

I Love A Clean San Diego is a values-driven organization. It is essential all team members exhibit ILACSD’s following core values and office culture: