Nature Curriculum Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS: 

The Nature Curriculum Coordinator will be responsible for the implementation of the Frazer Nature Curriculum for Frazer Center Childcare and Pre-K students, as well as community outreach and engagement with other Early Childhood Education programs in the metro Atlanta area, in coordination with the Sr. Director of CDP & Operations.

PRIMARY DUTY:

Design, implement, and support inclusive nature-based and outdoor learning experiences that are accessible to Frazer Center children, ensuring that every learner—including children with diverse developmental, sensory, physical, behavioral, and learning needs—can actively participate in meaningful, developmentally appropriate exploration of the natural world that promotes engagement, belonging, environmental awareness, and holistic development.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

●   Implement teacher training on the Nature Curriculum.

●   Lead implementation of the Frazer Nature Curriculum Outreach Program to preschools from   under-resourced communities.

• Ensure lessons are developmentally appropriate, hands-on, and rooted in exploration and inquiry.

• Continuously evaluate and improve outdoor learning environments.

• Stay current on research and best practices in outdoor education and early childhood inclusion.

●    Serve as a resource to Frazer Center teachers during outdoor learning and activity.

●    Develop safety protocols for outdoor learning that align with licensing, accreditation, and regulatory requirements.

●    Collaborate with the Director of Development on funding opportunities for the program.

●    Collaborate with other Frazer Center staff on opportunities to promote Frazer Center’s environmental programming at conferences, through community partnerships, etc.

●   Collaborate on development of the budget for expenditures related to environmental programming.

● Ensure care and maintenance of any equipment, materials, or supplies purchased.

● Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS 

● Must be able to lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 pounds 

● Ability to lift from floor to chest level

● Ability to reach, bend, and stand for long periods of time

● Comfortable working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions 

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS 

Reports to and is under the direct supervision of the Sr. Director of Child Director of Child Development Programs and Operations, Curriculum Coordinators, and additional ancillary personnel as appropriate. 

EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

● At least 3 years of environmental education / nature-based learning experience

● Minimum of a BA/BS in education, biology, environmental education, or other related field

● Sense of humor, flexibility, and creative “think outside the box” solution-based mindset

● Experience in early childhood settings, and knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice for children 6 weeks to 5 years’ old

● Experience working in inclusive settings for children and/or adults with disabilities

● Demonstrated professionalism and strong work ethic

● Strong oral and written communication skills

● Must pass mandatory criminal background checks and drug screen