Education Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop educational programs and materials
• Deliver education and outreach programs
• Design and develop curriculum-based field trips.
• Create opportunities for self-guided experiences.
• Lead the recruiting and training of education volunteers, apprentices, or interns.
• Educate visitors about Leave No Trace principles and the preservation of natural and cultural resources.
• Organize and participate in special events, workshops, and festivals.
• Support the BNT’s photo library and social media platforms through photo-taking and cataloging.
• Manage budget(s) allocated to programs.
• Manage logistics of field trips, educational events, workshops, seminars, and classes.
• Provide weekly updates on work
• Gather feedback to assess program effectiveness.
• Continuously expand knowledge of the park’s natural and cultural resources and current trends in environmental education.
• Assist with interpretation for the preserve

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Sciences or Education.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in self-contained teaching.
• Proficiency in the MS Office Suite.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• A natural public speaker with the ability to connect easily with audiences of all ages, especially young people.
• Knowledgeable and strong appreciation of the Bahamian natural resources.
• Able to swim and willing to learn additional marine skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Must love the outdoors and can work in the sun, sand, and sea.
• Able to lift 45 lbs.
• Flexible, adaptable, responsible, and safety conscientious.
• Relatable and personable with students, groups, leaders, visitors, or locals.
• A team player with a good work ethic.
• Strong moral standards.