Nature Education and Camp Manager

NOW HIRING: Nature Education and Camp Manager

Organization: WildCare

Location: San Francisco Bay Area (Serving 8 counties; base center in San Rafael, CA)

Position Type: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Target Start Date: July 2026

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay Range: $27.00 – $32.00 per hour (dependent on experience)
• Bilingual Bonus: Additional compensation available for fluent English/Spanish speakers
• Health: Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Retirement: 401(K) plan
• Time Off: Generous vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay

About the Role:

Are you a nature lover who excels at teaching children, managing teams, and advocating for wildlife? WildCare is seeking an organized, dynamic Nature Education and Camp Manager! In this role, you will champion environmental literacy across the Bay Area by managing our vibrant Wildlife Summer Camp, leading our mobile “Nature Van” program, mentoring camp staff, and designing engaging wildlife curricula for Pre-K through 12th-grade students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Delivery: Drive the WildCare Nature Van to deliver hands-on wildlife education programs to diverse regional schools and community events.
• Camp Leadership: Recruit, hire, train, and manage seasonal Wildlife Camp Counselor and teen volunteers, act as lead teacher for winter, spring, and summer camps.
• Logistics & Compliance: Manage camp operations, secure park permits, select hike sites, and handle supply inventories.
• Curriculum Design: Develop and update Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) aligned materials and launch an adult lecture series.

Minimum Qualifications (Must Meet All):

• Bachelor’s Degree (or commensurate experience) in a related field.
• Proven experience delivering Pre-K through 6th-grade educational programming.
• Strong classroom/behavior management skills and a general knowledge of wildlife ecology.
• Excellent driving record (required for operating the Nature Van cargo van).
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/bend for extended periods.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience handling/presenting live animals in educational settings.
• Completed coursework in Animal Sciences, Environmental Studies, or Teaching.
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish).