What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Nature Educator position at Hoyt Arboretum Friends?
Position: Seasonal Nature Educator
Reports to: Youth Programs Manager
Classification: Part-time, 2-3 days a week
Pay Range: $20-22/hour
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis with a tentative start date of February 23, 2026.
Position Summary:
Hoyt Arboretum Friends (HAF) is seeking a Seasonal Environmental Educator to assist with guided school field trips and informal youth education programs. Our guided programs host thousands of youth each year from ages 4 to 14. Guided field trips coordinated by Hoyt Arboretum Friends engage students in
hands-on environmental education focusing on local ecology and the importance of trees in the natural world. In particular, this position will guide small groups of students (typically 8-15 children) with inquiry- and nature-based curriculum.
Outside of field trips, this position includes opportunities to provide additional education support for informal youth education programs, including: scout programs, homeschool groups, learning stations during school breaks, tabling events, and more.
Ideal candidates will enjoy leading inquiry-based environmental education programs to young people and encourage meaningful connections with the natural environment. Scheduling for this position varies due to the nature of field trip registrations, however, programs occur Monday through Friday mornings with a
higher volume of groups visiting in the fall and spring. There will also be opportunities to support weekend and summer programming on an as-needed basis.
View the full job description, key responsibilities, desired qualifications, and how to apply at hoytarboretum.org/employment
Salary : $20 - $22