Elementary Programs Coordinator

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden seeks a talented individual to coordinate the Fairchild Challenge for Elementary School and the Junior Naturalist Summer Camp programs.  This position also assists in the implementation of the Fairchild Explorer program of field studies. 

We seek an education professional that is:

• interested in plants and the environment who is dedicated to furthering environmental education
• comfortable leading, teaching, and speaking to diverse groups of people
• proactive in anticipating and troubleshooting program details
• an effective oral and written communicator
• proficient with basic computer skills, and able to learn new programs as required
• a team player with a strong work ethic

A BS degree in environmental education or related field is required.

Established in 1936, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is an 83-acre scientific and cultural institution. Fairchild is known locally and internationally for its extraordinary beauty and as a place for inspiration and learning. Our mission is to save tropical plant diversity by exploring, explaining and conserving the world of tropical plants; fundamental to this task is inspiring a greater knowledge and love for plants and gardening so that all can enjoy the beauty and bounty of the tropical world. 

Please submit a cover letter, your resume and contact information for three references to Amy Padolf, Youth Education Manager at apadolf@fairchildgarden.org.  

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is an Equal Opportunity employer and ADA/Drug-Free Workplace compliant. 

Associate Director for Science Education

 Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden seeks a talented individual to lead its expanding science education initiatives.  Fairchild is in a phase of investment and growth in science, including an increased emphasis on conservation and sustainable development.  The Associate Director for Science Education will work with the Garden's Director to plan, build, and expand programs with the following goals:

• Improving scientific literacy and awareness of nature at all ages
• Increasing the understanding of local and global environmental issues
• Developing a pathway to bring K-12 students into higher education science programs
• Implementing Fairchild-designed programs worldwide in partnership with collaborating institutions

We seek applicants with a strong record of working with students and teachers in multicultural environments.  An advanced degree in a discipline related to environmental science or education is required.  Applicants should have experience with curriculum development, expertise in environmental issues, the ability to raise funds to expand and sustain programs, and a talent for inspiring diverse audiences.

Over the past 30 years Fairchild has developed powerful and highly successful education programs, including the Fairchild Challenge, a competitive, multidisciplinary environmental education program that has become a global model.  Within South Florida we are expanding the reach of our field studies, community outreach, and school gardening initiatives.  Through partnerships with Florida International University and the University of Miami we are building an educational track for local students to develop careers in science and the environment.

Established in 1936, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is an 83-acre scientific and cultural institution.  Fairchild is known locally and internationally for its extraordinary beauty and as a place for inspiration and learning.  Our mission is to save tropical plant diversity by exploring, explaining and conserving the world of tropical plants; fundamental to this task is inspiring a greater knowledge and love for plants and gardening so that all can enjoy the beauty and bounty of the tropical world.

Please submit a cover letter, your resume, and contact information for three references to Suzanne Kores, Director of Program Development, at skores@fairchildgarden.org.  We will begin reviewing applications immediately.

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is an Equal Opportunity employer and ADA/Drug-Free Workplace compliant.