What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Education Director and Instructor (Bilingual, Spanish required) position at Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District?
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:
- Raíces – monthly program for Spanish-speaking families
- Fiesta de Superhéroes – 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-$22.73 per hour*
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
Environmental Education Director
Pay Range: $24.04-26.32 per hour*
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
For detailed job duties and qualifications, please review the linked job descriptions.
* A 5% bilingual pay incentive is available for staff who regularly use their bilingual or multilingual skills.
Schedule & Hours
Schedule and hours for instructors and directors are dependent on program needs, with fewer hours available in the fall/winter, increasing in spring and summer.
- November - 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.
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.
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.
Driving Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible to drive for THPRD, you must meet the following requirements:
- Have fewer than 3 vehicle accidents within the last 5 years
- Have fewer than 4 moving violations and/or vehicle accidents combined within the last 5 years
- Have no more than 1 DUIs within the last 5 years WITH the successful completion of a diversion program.
If you exceed the above requirements within the last 5 years, you will not be eligible to drive for THPRD. If the position requires driving, you would not be eligible for the position.
Driver Acceptability MatrixNote: Driving eligibility is based on moving violations only. Parking tickets, failure to have insurance, expired registration, and other administrative violations are excluded.
Accommodation
THPRD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, THPRD will ensure that people experiencing disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and/or receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at hr@thprd.org.
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