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NLC offers a flexible schedule and a CalSavers retirement account.\nResponsibilities\nInstruction & Planning\nCollaborate with co-instructors on lesson planning, scheduling, and securing, organizing, hauling and restocking materials to facilitate in- and out-of-school learning experiences for NLC programs\nCreate a positive and empowering learning atmosphere for participants, fostering their self-esteem, creativity, curiosity, and resilience\nDevelop and coordinate healthy working partnerships with NLC staff and program stakeholders\nAssist in creating and updating outreach materials and in maintaining educational equipment, supplies, and inventory\nHost booths at community events\nAdministration\nTrack program data for grants and contracts, including outcome measures and attendance records\nTrack hours, mandatory breaks, and expense record keeping\nMaintain accurate records of required clearances and certifications (e.g., Live Scan, TB clearance) and flag upcoming renewals\nSeek out and assist with program funding opportunities, including researching and drafting grant applications\nKeep materials, digital files, and program schedules organized and up to date using Google Workspace/shared drives\nRequired knowledge, skills and abilities\n3+ years of experience in an educational, camp, or youth-development role\nAssociate's degree or higher, or demonstrated successful training within an educational setting and a proven track record working with children\nExperience working with school districts, nonprofits, or community-based organizations\nExcellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills working with young people of all ages, skill levels, and attitudes\nWillingness to work with all youth in a compassionate and supportive manner\nExcellent organizational and collaborative abilities, time management, and follow-up skills\nAbility to work as part of a team\nOwn transportation and a valid California driver's license, with an approved level of auto insurance\nSuccessful DOJ/FBI Live Scan background clearance\nCompletion of California-mandated Mandated Reporter Training, or willingness to complete prior to working with youth\nNegative TB risk assessment/clearance, per California school-site requirements\nDesirable Skills and Qualifications\nCurrent CPR/First Aid certification\nValid California Teaching Credential (Multiple Subject, Single Subject – Science, or Education Specialist) issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing\nFamiliarity with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and outdoor/garden-based instruction\nEnvironmental or science education certification, such as Project Learning Tree, Project WILD, or NAAEE Certified Environmental Educator\nWorking knowledge of Google Workspace and ability to work virtually from home\nPassion for equity of people and planet\nAbility to speak, read, and write in Spanish\nGrant writing and monitoring experience a plus\nJoin us in making a difference in the lives of our students by providing them with the knowledge and skills they need for success!\nJob Type: Part-time\nPay: From $24.00 per hour\nBenefits:\nFlexible schedule\nRetirement plan\nAbility to Commute:\nMartinez, CA 94553 (Required)\nWork Location: In person","company":"New Leaf Collaborative","rawCompany":"new leaf collaborative","city":"Martinez","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-07T10:59:27.586Z","occupations":[{"code":"25-3099.00","title":"Teachers and Instructors, All Other","slug":"teachers-and-instructors-all-other"},{"code":"25-3021.00","title":"Self-Enrichment Teachers","slug":"self-enrichment-teachers"},{"code":"19-1031.03","title":"Park Naturalists","slug":"park-naturalists"}],"industries":[{"code":"923110","title":"Administration of Education Programs","slug":"administration-of-education-programs"},{"code":"611699","title":"All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction","slug":"all-other-miscellaneous-schools-and-instruction"},{"code":"611710","title":"Educational Support Services","slug":"educational-support-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Program Educator","description":"Job Summary\nReporting to the Executive Director, the Program Educator facilitates NLC programs and handles related administrative tasks. 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