Biodiversity BuildersSM (BB) Youth Environmental Education Program has been developing an extensive curriculum manual “Becoming an Eco-Hero: A guide to Restoring Biodiverse Ecosystems in Your Community,” as a way to expand the program throughout the state. This June (6/15 – 6/26), we are offering a two-week paid intensive training (aka Bootcamp) to teach 4 individuals how to use our Curriculum and bring it into their schools or organizations. Participants will receive stipends and need to commit for 40 hours over two weeks.
The immersive program will train educators how to guide youth through lessons and activities that build skills in, and reinforce understanding of, nature-based solutions to biodiversity loss and climate change. One participant in this program will be selected to lead the Biodiversity Builders 2026 six-week summer program.The summer program runs from Jul. 6 – Aug. 14.
Job Description – Environmental Educator Bootcamp Participant
Each environmental educator will participate in a stipended 2-week professional development program lead by BB Executive Director Jean Devine. Educators will be trained extensively on Course 1: Building Healthy Biodiverse Ecosystems which outlines elements that comprise healthy ecosystems and how to use project-based learning and nature-based approaches to restore habitats. Participants will learn to lead activities such as: designing, installing and maintaining native plant gardens. In week 2, educators will be guided through select lessons from Courses 2-4: Conducting Meaningful Citizen Science and Nature Observation, Entrepreneurship, and Advocating for Environmental Justice. These other courses and selected lessons provide tools for educators to lead activities where participants: observe, identify and record discoveries of plants and pollinators; pull invasive plants; learn how to create and operate a mission-driven business; and feel empowered to become environmental heroes in their communities.
Required Skills and Qualifications include: 2-5 years in environmental education and connection with a local environmental organization or school program, that preferably involves high school age youth. (Teachers are welcome). $1,000 for a commitment of 20 hours a week/2 weeks.
Core Competencies
Passionate about nature-based solutions, environmental restoration, and outdoor education.
Ability to teach diverse youth.
Comfortable managing risks during outdoor activities.
Skilled at developing school-aligned programming (e.g., NGSS)
Required Skills and Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Education, Biology, or relevant field experience.
Experience: 2–5 years of experience in environmental education, program management, or staff supervision.
Knowledge: Experience in native plant gardening, environmental science, ecology, business (optional) and environmental justice.
Skills: Exceptional communication, public speaking, and outdoor leadership skills.
Certifications: CPR/First Aid certification desirable.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Encouraging nature discovery
Fostering teamwork and collaboration
Expanding awareness of the importance of biodiversity
Building community relationships
Restoring habitats and boosting pollinator pathways
Promoting awareness of sustainability methods and environmental justice issues
If you are interested please email Jean Devine [email protected]
In the subject type: “Biodiversity Builders Bootcamp” and include a short cover letter, your resume, and two professional references.