Ocean First Institute

Our Mission

To advance the conservation of sharks and all ocean life through cutting-edge research, education, and community engagement that empowers people to protect our blue planet.

What We Do

Research
Goliath Grouper
Great White Sharks
Keys Shark Contaminants
Keys Shark Populations
Past Research
Education
Explorer Series
Free Online Courses
Plastic Pollution Monitoring
Free School Programs
Shark Field Course
Where We Work
Colorado
Florida Keys Research
Florida Atlantic University

Careers at Ocean First Institute

Join our mission to advance ocean conservation through science, education, and community engagement.

Current Openings

Colorado Education Program Coordinator

Location: Denver metropolitan area and surrounding Front Range counties, Colorado
Schedule: Variable part-time, approximately 10-15 hours per week
Pay: $23-$26 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience
Work: Primarily in-person education, with some administrative work completed remotely.

Ocean First Institute seeks a motivated and organized educator to coordinate and deliver K-12 ocean science, conservation and environmental education programs in schools, libraries and community settings. The coordinator reports to the Director of Conservation Strategy and supports programs funded by SCFD and other partners.

Key responsibilities

  • Deliver engaging science programs for K-12 students and community audiences.
  • Coordinate school and partner scheduling, communications, logistics and educational materials.
  • Maintain accurate participation, attendance and program outcome records for reporting.
  • Build relationships with schools, libraries, educators, partners and volunteers.
  • Support program improvements and community conservation outreach.

Qualifications

Required: experience with students or educational programs; strong communication, presentation, organization and independent problem-solving skills; access to reliable transportation; valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance; and weekday school-hours availability. Preferred: environmental or marine science education, program coordination, outreach or classroom teaching experience, and familiarity with Denver-area schools.

Additional information: Hourly, non-exempt; approximately 10-15 hours per week depending on program needs; occasional evening/weekend activities; no benefits; mileage reimbursed for approved travel; background check required. This Colorado position does not include South Florida programming.

How to apply

Send a résumé and brief note of interest to katie@oceanfirstinstitute.org with the subject line Application: Educational Programs Coordinator, Colorado.

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Other ways to get involved

Explore volunteer opportunities or contact our team.