PLC Ambassadors Poudre Learning Center
Salary Grade/Level/Family/Range:$25/hour
Contract Length/Days:Part-time as-needed during 2025-26 school year
Date Posted:January 29 2026
Reports to: Lead Ambassador andPLC Curriculum Specialist
Deadline for application:Until filled
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Summary/Objective:PLC Ambassadors are responsible for teaching K-12 environmental education Field Experiences. Ambassadors are expected to teach a minimum of twice a month and are required to attend staff training at the beginning of each semester. Our Field Experiences range from 2-8 hours and can be on-site or in-school. Each Field Experience utilizes a different combination of our 60 lessons which Ambassadors are expected to familiarize themselves with to teach effectively. PLC programs are hands-on place-based and geared toward helping children to develop awareness appreciation and stewardship for the natural world of the Cache la Poudre Watershed.
Essential Functions:
- Attend staff training events to learn the PLCs curriculum best practices for environmental education behavior management techniques and how to navigate our property.
- Use to sign up for programs. 2 Field Experiences are required per month (as capacity allows) but Ambassadors are welcome to sign up for as many as they would like.
- Effectively use email to view communication about programs trainings events and feedback. Check email regularly and respond in a timely manner.
- Prepare for Field Experiences by studying lesson plans and background information as appropriate for the grade level visiting the PLC.
- Teach K-12 Field Experiences using PLC environmental education methods.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Required:
- Education level of high school diploma/GED or greater.
- Experience working with youth in formal or informal settings.
- Knowledge of natural and environmental sciences including local ecosystems Colorado flora and fauna water resources and pertinent environmental issues.
- Demonstrated success in building relationships with members of diverse populations.
- Current First Aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain certification.
- Ability to pass a background check.
Studies have shown that women and people of color may be less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply even if you dont meet every one of our qualifications listed.
Preferred:
- College degree in environmental science biology ecology education or related field.
- Extensive knowledge of Colorado Academic Standards.
- Experience with reading writing and teaching a lesson plan.
- Familiarity with Positive Youth Development and/or Youth Participatory Action Research.
- Experience working in non-traditional education settings particularly environmental education outdoor education nature centers or pre-collegiate programs.
- Ability to communicate in another language especially Spanish Somali Karenni or Burmese.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Work Environment/ Physical Demands:
- The successful candidate must be able to perform essential functions requiring sitting standing stooping walking and communicating effectively.
- They must be able to safely operate standard hand tools office equipment telephones and computers.
- Willingness to work outdoors in variable weather conditions.
Additional Qualifications:
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff students parents and community.
- Flexibility and excellent public relations skills.
- Ability to perform all functions of the position.
- Passion for environmental education and youth development.
- Knowledge of and passion for the natural world of the Cache la Poudre River Watershed.
- Willingness to continue to learn.
Travel:None
Thank you for your interest in working for Greeley-Evans School District 6. Please feel free to contact our Human Resource Office at with any questions or contact Abbey Shaneyfelt () for more information.
EEO/AAP Statement
Greeley-Evans School District 6 shall not discriminate in its employment or hiring practices on the basis of race color creed sex sexual orientation gender expression gender identity religion national origin ancestry age genetic information veteran status marital status or disability. The District shall identify solicit and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort. The Superintendent is committed to cultural diversity among district personnel as a means of enriching educational experience. The District shall identify solicit and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort.
Complaint procedures have been established for current employees prospective employees and applicants for employment. The name of the responsible employee who has been identified as the Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator for the District is as follows:
James Donahue Title IX Coordinator & Compliance Officer
1025 Ninth Avenue Greeley CO 80631
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