Environmental Educator

Job Description

Environmental Educator - Full-time, Permanent Position

Based in Taranaki, 12km east of Eltham, Taranaki

Are you a dynamic educator looking for your dream job?

Rotokare Scenic Reserve Trust is a community-led, conservation-based project in Taranaki. We are looking for an innovative and passionate Environmental Educator. You’ll be leading volunteers to deliver an award-winning education programme to early childhood, schools, the community, and beyond. You will also be leading community engagement initiatives such as public presentations, guided tours, website and social media, and various publications.

If you have the following attributes, we are keen to hear from you:

• Expertise in delivering outstanding environmental education & inspiration
• Comfortable liaising with teachers and community groups
• Cultural competence
• Excellent written and verbal science communication
• Adaptable and flexible
• A great team player
• A full driver license 
• Understanding of health & safety as it relates to working with visitors & volunteers.
• Previous experience managing captive lizards is desirable, although not essential
• A clean criminal record check is essential for this position

Organisation

Rotokare Scenic Reserve Trust

Job Summary

Are you a dynamic educator looking for your dream job?

Salary

$60,000 – $65,000 per year

How to apply

Applicants for this role must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit. 

Applications must include:

1.         A brief cover letter (keep it to one page please)

2.         A Curriculum Vitae, including details for two referees

Please email for a full job description and to apply for this role with the subject line ‘Employment Application - Environmental Educator’.

Applications must be submitted no later than 6pm Sunday 28th April, 2024

Sector

Not for Profit

Cause (Sustainable Development Goals)

Other