World Oceans Day is a global day of ocean celebration and collaboration for a better future. This site serves as a central coordinating platform for World Oceans Day, with free resources (https://www.worldoceansday.org/resources) and ideas for everyone – no matter where you live – to help expand the reach and impact of World Oceans Day on 8 June and year-round.

Two weeks left to submit your proposal for a session at NAAEE’s Annual Conference Oct 16-19 in Lexington, KY. This year’s theme: “Educating for a Just and Sustainable Future” will attract hundreds of fellow environmental educators who focus on Climate Change Education. So, you’ll have loads of opportunities to share your work, successes and frustrations with colleagues and learn from their experiences.

Youth in Canada, Mexico and the United States will compete for the best sustainable innovation ideas to receive $5,000 in seed funding and showcase their ideas to North America’s top environmental officials.

Eligible RAY Fellow applicants will: -- Come from a racial / ethnic background underrepresented in conservation and demonstrate a commitment to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion -- Be less than 2 years out of college and have a Bachelor's Degree by July 2019 (we are not considering individuals with graduate degrees at this time) -- Have not had a full-time job in conservation -- Have the ability to work in the United States and commit to the entire fellowship

Alabama Nature Center Summer Camp Staff Position. Counselors are responsible for teaching outdoor education and natural science programs to groups of children of various ages while maintaining a safe learning environment. All applicants must be 18 years or older by May 28th to apply and camp sessions run from May 28th-August 2nd. Application deadline is April 24th.

Alabama 4-H Science School is a great place to build up your resume if you’re trying to gain experience for full-time employment down the road! Located on the property of the Alabama 4-H Center, the Alabama 4-H Science School (4-HSS) provide hands-on, educational experiences that connect people of all ages to the natural world and each other, while fostering respect and understanding for the environment and stimulating critical thinking and educated decision making to engender stewardship.

The Naturalist is responsible for teaching outdoor education and natural science programs to groups of children and adults. The Naturalist’s goals are to encourage students’ awareness and appreciation of the environment, broaden the students’ knowledge of science concepts, and foster students’ understanding of the proper use, management, and protection of our natural resources.

The Office and Grounds Assistant performs routine clerical tasks and assists with the administration of the office and day-to-day maintenance of a 60-acre facility. The Office and Grounds Assistant will aid in engagement with the local community, hands-on education outreach programs, and teacher training. The University of Alabama Arboretum is a scientific institution that engages in teaching, research, and service with a primary emphasis on the ecology and biodiversity of Alabama.

The Caretaker performs day-to-day maintenance of a 60-acre facility. With the assistance of Arboretum staff and volunteers, the Caretaker is responsible for groundskeeping, gardening, trail and road maintenance, custodial service, facility repairs, and equipment maintenance. The University of Alabama Arboretum is a scientific institution that engages in teaching, research, and service with a primary emphasis on the ecology and biodiversity of Alabama.

A unique internship opportunity aiming to build a pathway to employment in the Department of Interior (DOI). DHA-RA interns will apply cultural and natural resource expertise to NPS management and build a network with federal employees throughout the internship. These rigorous internships require specialized knowledge and typically are available to upper-level undergraduate students, graduate students or recent graduates.

McDowell Farm School (MFS) is the only residential farm school in the Southeast. We have a committed team of farm educators on staff and are looking for the next amazing leader to step in and move us onward. MFS is part of the Environmental Education programs at Camp McDowell which include McDowell Environmental Center and Magnolia Nature School.

The Auburn University Museum of Natural History (AUMNH) is seeking an administrator of its outreach and education programs. AUMNH is a research museum that has a well-developed outreach program, a developing educational program, and a few limited displays. The successful candidate will conceptualize, develop, and administer the museum's outreach and education programs.

Join the team at McDowell Environmental Center, located in northwest Alabama. We are a residential environmental center offering one, two, and three day trips for schools across the Southeast. We are currently hiring for our fall season, which runs from late August - December. If you have a passion for the outdoors and want to share that passion, please apply! Interested applicants, please email Beth Dille at mecdirector@campmcdowell.com to apply or to learn more.

The Science School program includes a full-time Director of EE, four Assistant Coordinators, and 8-10 seasonal Instructors each season. Seasonal Instructors facilitate a wide range of environmental, outdoor and experiential education programs, including lake ecology, herpetology, canoeing, team building, and challenge course. Instructors will spend the majority of their time teaching, but also assist in program development/updates, outreach, animal husbandry and materials maintenance.

CEC educators provide high-quality environmental education to K-12 learners, university field science groups, and other user groups in and around central Alabama. Our educators create community with their students and teach them about the rich cultural history and diverse ecosystems found on our site. They inspire students to continue telling the ongoing story of the Cahaba River watershed through inquiry-based education.

If your organization is developing k-12 EE materials, you can apply to attend a FREE two-day professional learning experience facilitated by Achieve. Space is limited, so register now! The workshop will be held July 12-13, 2018 at the California Endowment Center in Oakland, CA. This session is in-person only and capacity is limited. Please register by June 22, 2018 to be considered.

June 18, 2018

Climate Change Education

Guidelines for Excellence

K-12 EE

Alabama's marine science facility is looking for a full time Marine Science Educator to join our team! This teacher will teach all ages, K-gray, various aspects of marine science using hands-on activities and field based classes. The position is located on a barrier island in Alabama! Who wouldn't want to work at the beach? We anticipate interviewing candidates this summer and hope to have you onboard by Sept. 1, 2018.

Landmark Park is a 135-acre nonprofit living history museum and nature center. The Park property includes a working farm representative of life in the late 1800s, as well as a forested nature trail and wetland boardwalk. Landmark Park is also home to a full dome Planetarium, the only one within a 100-mile radius. We are dedicated to preserving the cultural and natural heritage of the Wiregrass region of southeast Alabama.

Great new update on both FY 2018 & 2019 federal environmental education advocacy efforts.

March 22, 2018

Advocacy, Policy, and Civic Engagement

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Teach engaging, hands-on classes in the great outdoors, i.e., forest ecology, map & compass skills, earth science, aquatic ecology, Native American history, canoeing, team building and high ropes. Adapt the established lesson plans to match your teaching style and strengths.

by Maggie Johnston | March 13, 2018