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Education Intern

Huntington, VT · On-site

$19.57/hr

For those interested in environmental education, Audubon Vermont provides college students and recent graduates with a paid internship. At Audubon Vermont we believe Nature can be one of the best ...

Passion for the environment. * Strong communication and leadership. * Experience with children ... Board of Education and the collective bargaining agreement applicable to the Teacher. All ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an environmental educator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Environmental Educator, you need a background in environmental science or education, often supported by a relevant degree and teaching or interpretation experience. Familiarity with curriculum development tools, outdoor education equipment, and digital learning platforms is common in this role. Strong communication, creativity, and enthusiasm for engaging diverse audiences are essential soft skills. These abilities are crucial for effectively imparting environmental knowledge and inspiring stewardship among learners.

What are some common challenges faced by environmental education professionals when engaging different age groups?

Environmental Education professionals often encounter the challenge of designing programs that are both age-appropriate and engaging for diverse audiences, ranging from young children to adults. Younger learners may require more hands-on, interactive activities, while older students and adults might benefit from discussions, fieldwork, and critical thinking exercises. Adapting content to suit various learning styles and backgrounds, while ensuring that complex environmental concepts are understandable and relatable, is a key skill in this field. Collaboration with teachers, community leaders, and subject matter experts is often necessary to create meaningful and impactful learning experiences.

What is environmental education?

Environmental education is a process that helps individuals understand and appreciate the environment, as well as develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to address environmental issues. It aims to increase public awareness and foster responsible actions toward the environment. Environmental education can take place in schools, nature centers, community programs, and through informal experiences. It encourages critical thinking and problem-solving to promote sustainability and the protection of natural resources.

What is the difference between Environment Education vs Environmental Scientist?

AspectEnvironment EducationEnvironmental Scientist
Required CredentialsTypically a degree in education, environmental studies, or related fieldUsually a degree in environmental science, biology, or chemistry
Work EnvironmentSchools, nature centers, non-profits, outdoor education programsResearch labs, field sites, government agencies, consulting firms
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, non-profits, government education programsResearch organizations, environmental consulting, government agencies

Environment Education focuses on teaching and raising awareness about environmental issues to diverse audiences, often in educational settings. Environmental Scientists conduct research and analyze environmental data to develop solutions. While both roles promote environmental awareness, Environment Education emphasizes education and outreach, whereas Environmental Scientists focus on scientific analysis and research.

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Environmental Education Specialist

Santa Clara County Office Of Education

San Jose, CA • On-site

$32.18 - $41.96/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Santa Clara County Office Of Education rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 77 rated education support services


Job description

Environmental Education Specialist at Santa Clara County Office Of Education Share on X Print Application Deadline 8/19/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Date Posted 8/5/2026 Contact Kathy Jalaan 408-453-6602 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range 32.18 - 41.96 Per Hour Add'l Salary Info $32.18 - $41.96 Hourly Length of Work Year 10 months / 175 days / 8 hours per day Employment Type Full Time Requirements / Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination equivalent to: Education/ Experience: Four years in the natural sciences, environmental sciences, or a related field. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS A valid first aid certificate and a cardiopulmonary (CPR) certificate A valid California Driver's License. A driving record that meets the insurance requirements of the County Office of Education Requirements / Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination equivalent to: Education/ Experience: Four years in the natural sciences, environmental sciences, or a related field

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS A valid first aid certificate and a cardiopulmonary (CPR) certificate A valid California Driver's License. A driving record that meets the insurance requirements of the County Office of Education Comments and Other Information THE POSITION The Educational Services Division is now accepting applications for Environmental Education Specialist. The Environmental Education Specialist provides responsible instructional assistance to assigned teachers/students in implementing the educational and social objectives of assigned program(s).

Employees in this classification receive general supervision within a framework of standard policies and procedures. This classification requires a high degree of independent and positive contact with both students and teaching staff. This position is full-time, in-person, and has a work year of 10 months, 175 days, 8 hours per day.

This position will be temporarily located at Camp Via West (13851 Stevens Canyon Road, Cupertino, CA 95014) during construction. To learn more about this position, please click here to view the full job description. APPLICATION PROCEDURES The following application materials are required: 1.

Completed SchoolJobs.com Application 2. Resume The application and materials must be received by the final application filing date. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted

If you are unsure if your application and all required materials have been received, please contact the recruiter for this position, prior to the final filing date. EXAMINATION PROCEDURES Assessments and interviews may take place virtually or in-person. Following the final filing date, the qualifications of all candidates will be evaluated.

The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in a written exam, tentatively scheduled for August 27, 2026. Those who pass the written exam will be invited to participate in an oral examination with subject matter experts, tentatively scheduled for September 10, 2026. Based on the final scores of qualified candidates, Classified Personnel Services will establish a ranked candidate list.

Selected candidates from the list will be invited to a second interview with the hiring authorities, tentatively scheduled for September 17, 2026. Second interviews may be held in-person. Candidates will be invited over email to participate in examination and selection steps, using the email supplied within their SchoolJobs.com applications, or as updated by candidates in their SchoolJobs.com master profiles

Therefore, it is recommended that candidates check their email at least daily. NOTE: Examination procedures are subject to change as deemed necessary by the Director - Classified Personnel Services. Candidates who test successfully for placement on the eligibility list may be certified to other related positions without further testing requirements, OR job posting announcements.

The right is reserved to add, eliminate, or adjust testing steps and/or information on the posting, at any time, during the position posting and testing process, which may include, but is not limited to, further testing, inclusive of on-the job testing, recruitment, and recruitment extensions, which may be for less than 15 days, after an eligibility list has been certified, which may cause adjustments on the eligibility list, as evaluated to be reasonable or necessary. SB 848 COMPLIANCE - EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2026: Effective January 1, 2026, and in accordance with California Education Code Section 44051(a)(1), and SB 848 any applicant for a non-teaching position must disclose a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, state special school and diagnostic center operated by the department of education, and private school that the applicant has previously been an employee of, including full-time, part-time, or substitute roles. Failure to provide this information may be considered an act of dishonesty and could affect hiring decisions.

HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS: The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Fertility healthcare and family forming benefits Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health and Well-Being resources Life insurance and long-term disability coverage California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave 16 Paid Holidays (including 2 floating holidays) Tuition Reimbursement Benefit and Retirement information may vary depending on the bargaining unit. Full-time employees (30 hrs.+/ weekly) are offered free dental and vision coverage for themselves and eligible dependents

Most medical plans are offered at no cost to employees and their eligible dependents. For more information, please visit our benefits page: Employee Benefits ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS: Candidates who require reasonable accommodations for any part of the testing process must contact Classified Personnel Services (CPS) at least three (3) days prior to the scheduled test date at 408-453-6845. Hearing-impaired individuals may contact the California Relay Service at 1-800-735-2929, then 408-453-6845.

After contacting CPS, candidates will be asked to submit documentation supporting their accommodation request. Failure to reach out within the specified timeline may result in an inability to make accommodations. RECRUITMENT CONTACT: For questions about the position or recruitment process, please contact: Kathy Jalaan 408.453.6602 kjalaan@sccoe.org EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The Santa Clara County Office of Education prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and pregnancy-related medical conditions) sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (not union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance

For direct concerns related to Equal Opportunity Employment, please contact: Dr. Kanika D. White Associate Superintendent Human Resources Santa Clara County Office of Education 1290 Ridder Park Drive San Jose, Ca 95131 (408) 453-6598 kwhite@sccoe.org Comments and Other Information THE POSITION The Educational Services Division is now accepting applications for Environmental Education Specialist

The Environmental Education Specialist provides responsible instructional assistance to assigned teachers/students in implementing the educational and social objectives of assigned program(s). Employees in this classification receive general supervision within a framework of standard policies and procedures. This classification requires a high degree of independent and positive contact with both students and teaching staff.

This position is full-time, in-person, and has a work year of 10 months, 175 days, 8 hours per day. This position will be temporarily located at Camp Via West (13851 Stevens Canyon Road, Cupertino, CA 95014) during construction. To learn more about this position, please click here to view the full job description.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES The following application materials are required: 1. Completed SchoolJobs.com Application 2. Resume The application and materials must be received by the final application filing date

Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted. If you are unsure if your application and all required materials have been received, please contact the recruiter for this position, prior to the final filing date. EXAMINATION PROCEDURES Assessments and interviews may take place virtually or in-person.

Following the final filing date, the qualifications of all candidates will be evaluated. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in a written exam, tentatively scheduled for August 27, 2026. Those who pass the written exam will be invited to participate in an oral examination with subject matter experts, tentatively scheduled for September 10, 2026.

Based on the final scores of qualified candidates, Classified Personnel Services will establish a ranked candidate list. Selected candidates from the list will be invited to a second interview with the hiring authorities, tentatively scheduled for September 17, 2026. Second interviews may be held in-person.

Candidates will be invited over email to participate in examination and selection steps, using the email supplied within their SchoolJobs.com applications, or as updated by candidates in their SchoolJobs.com master profiles. Therefore, it is recommended that candidates check their email at least daily. NOTE: Examination procedures are subject to change as deemed necessary by the Director - Classified Personnel Services

Candidates who test successfully for placement on the eligibility list may be certified to other related positions without further testing requirements, OR job posting announcements. The right is reserved to add, eliminate, or adjust testing steps and/or information on the posting, at any time, during the position posting and testing process, which may include, but is not limited to, further testing, inclusive of on-the job testing, recruitment, and recruitment extensions, which may be for less than 15 days, after an eligibility list has been certified, which may cause adjustments on the eligibility list, as evaluated to be reasonable or necessary. SB 848 COMPLIANCE - EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2026: Effective January 1, 2026, and in accordance with California Education Code Section 44051(a)(1), and SB 848 any applicant for a non-teaching position must disclose a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, state special school and diagnostic center operated by the department of education, and private school that the applicant has previously been an employee of, including full-time, part-time, or substitute roles.

Failure to provide this information may be considered an act of dishonesty and could affect hiring decisions. HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS: The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Fertility healthcare and family forming benefits Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health and Well-Being resources Life insurance and long-term disability coverage California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave 16 Paid Holidays (including 2 floating holidays) Tuition Reimbursement Benefit and Retirement information may vary depending on the bargaining unit.

Full-time employees (30 hrs.+/ weekly) are offered free dental and vision coverage for themselves and eligible dependents. Most medical plans are offered at no cost to employees and their eligible dependents. For more information, please visit our benefits page: Employee Benefits ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS: Candidates who require reasonable accommodations for any part of the testing process must contact Classified Personnel Services (CPS) at least three (3) days prior to the scheduled test date at 408-453-6845

Hearing-impaired individuals may contact the California Relay Service at 1-800-735-2929, then 408-453-6845. After contacting CPS, candidates will be asked to submit documentation supporting their accommodation request. Failure to reach out within the specified timeline may result in an inability to make accommodations.

RECRUITMENT CONTACT: For questions about the position or recruitment process, please contact: Kathy Jalaan 408.453.6602 kjalaan@sccoe.org EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The Santa Clara County Office of Education prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and pregnancy-related medical conditions) sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (not union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance. For direct concerns related to Equal Opportunity Employment, please contact: Dr. Kanika D

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