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Description Environmental Education Director and Instructor - Bilingual, Spanish required Do you have a passion for nature, education, being outdoors and working with community members The Tualatin Hills Nature Center is looking for Spanish-speaking education staff to create and facilitate quality nature programs for youth in the Beaverton area. This is a fantastic employment opportunity for individuals looking to improve their leadership skills in an informal environmental education setting. Below is an example of the bilingual/Spanish programs we offer: Raices - monthly program for Spanish-speaking families Pequenos Naturalistas - 1hr guided nature hikes for Ages 2-5 and their families Fiesta de Superheroes - Open house style event held in September to celebrate Latino Conservation Week/Welcoming Week Preschool Partnerships - Delivering environmental education to local preschools year-round School Programs - K-5 classroom visits to the Nature Center or other Beaverton parks Afterschool Visits - Partnership with Adelante Mujeres to provide environmental education as part of the Chicas afterschool program Nature Mobile - Mobile nature classroom that visits parks, partners with community organizations and supports events in the Beaverton area Job Openings: Environmental Education Instructor Pay Range: $20.77 - $22.07 per hour* The full hourly range for this job classification is $20.77 to $23.41

Staff may be eligible for a merit increase at the end of September. Summary: Instructors are responsible for planning, preparing, and leading general and specialized activities for nature program participants. Examples of Duties: Lead group games, nature activities, arts & crafts, and guided hikes Facilitate hands-on learning experiences and support youth engagement Assist with program preparation, set-up, and clean-up Ensure participant safety and positive group dynamics Schedule & Hours Schedule and hours for instructors are dependent on program needs, with fewer hours available in the winter, increasing in spring and summer.

Part-time employees are scheduled variable hours and may work less than 1,560 hours per year. January - Early March: Variable, 0-10 hours/week. Mid-March - Early June: Variable, 10-20 hours/week.

Summer (June 10 - August 30): 20-30 hours/week. Environmental Education Director Pay Range: $24.04 - 25.56 per hour* The full hourly range for this job classification is $24.04 to $27.11. Staff may be eligible for a merit increase at the end of September

Summary: Directors oversee the development and implementation of assigned nature programs. This role works independently within established guidelines and provides leadership to part-time staff and volunteers. Examples of Duties: Develop, coordinate, and lead day-to-day activities for assigned programs Supervise and support part-time staff and volunteers Manage program logistics, safety procedures, and participant experience Assist with curriculum design and seasonal program planning We are currently looking for a Director for one of our partnership programs designing and delivering environmental education for a Spanish immersion preschool at various locations.

The typical schedule and hours for this program are as follows: Fall, Winter & Spring: Tuesdays and Thursdays between the hours of 8am and 1pm (6-10 hours/week) Summer: Monday - Friday between the hours of 9am and 3pm (25-35 hours/week) Staff may also have opportunities to acquire additional hours working in some of our other programs. Staff are eligible work in multiple positions within the same classification. Part-time employees are scheduled variable hours and may work less than 1,560 hours per year.

* A 5% bilingual pay incentive is available for staff who regularly use their bilingual or multilingual skills. For detailed job duties and qualifications, please review the linked job descriptions. Application Review: Our hiring team will review applications as they are received, assessing suitability for the role.

If you meet our criteria, we will contact you directly to discuss next steps. This posting will remain open until all positions are filled. Please be sure to fully answer the application's supplemental questions to ensure our hiring managers can appropriately evaluate your qualifications.

To reduce barriers to entry, THPRD evaluates an applicant's work history and responses to supplemental questions rather than requiring cover letters and resumes. Appointments on the salary range are made based upon a pay equity analysis of bona fide factors per Oregon's Equal Pay Act. Accommodations THPRD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

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