June 17th, 2024
The Learning Among the Oaks (LATO) Educator - Bilingual works with students, LCSLO/LATO staff, school staff, volunteers, and community partners to support the delivery of a full spectrum of LATO projects and activities designed to engage children and families in exploring, learning about, and caring for nature close to home. The LATO Educator provides essential guidance and mentorship to students, Oak Ambassadors, and volunteers.
The Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo County (LCSLO) is a local, private, non-profit land trust working to conserve and care for the diverse wildlands, farms, and ranches of the Central Coast. We connect people to the land and to each other. The organization strives to create a fun, inspiring, and family–friendly work environment with flexible work hours, a team-oriented structure, and good benefits. The organization has received the 2023 Blue Diamond Family-Friendly Workplace award, the highest available, from SLO County's Chamber of Commerce.
Learning Among the Oaks (LATO) is LCSLO’s nature education, conservation, and youth leadership program. The program delivers K-6 California standards aligned classroom lessons and outdoor educational experiences at public schools in San Luis Obispo County. LATO also delivers the Oak Ambassador program, an optional development opportunity for older elementary students to learn about our local oak woodlands in preparation to serve as junior naturalists in their communities. Oak Ambassadors support hikes for other students and assist with outreach, community education, and land stewardship projects in a leadership capacity.
To apply, please visit our website at www.lcslo.org to download the job description and blank application. Alternatively, applications may be picked up at our office. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and employment application via email, mail, fax, or in person. Incomplete application packages will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed beginning July 15th. The position will remain open until filled. A writing sample may be required during the interview or hiring process. NO PHONE CALLS.
Position Type: Full-time/Hourly, Non-Exempt, Ongoing
Starting Salary Range: $20.00 to $23.00 per hour, DOE
Benefits: Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, 401K Plan with Company Match, Paid Family Leave, Wellness Program, Special Access to LCSLO Properties, Employee Discounts, Health Insurance, and Dental and Vision Plans.
