The NWF Great Lakes Regional Center (GLRC) is a leader in protecting and restoring the Great Lakes as well as the Ohio River and the Upper Mississippi River. Our programs include Great Lakes restoration, water policy and programs and climate resilience as well as education, youth and habitat programs. The GLRC boasts a positive team atmosphere and is highly committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. To further support our mission, we seek a highly motivated Education Coordinator based in Detroit and reporting to our Regional Education Manager (in our regional headquarters in Ann Arbor, MI).
In this role, you will work with the Regional Education Manager and the Habitat & Education Coordinator to launch and grow a new on-the-ground education program for high school students in Detroit, MI. Many Detroit youth face significant challenges as a result of a highly stressed educational system and limited job/career opportunities. This program will offer high school students green/sustainable career exploration opportunities and skills development in collaboration with community partners through a combination of after-school and summer-based programming to expand opportunities. Through an innovative school hub model, this effort will bring together teams of teachers, students, and community partners to carry out student-driven, collaborative, sustainability-focused projects.
The program aims to work with Detroit high school students to develop and apply knowledge and problem-solving skills to create healthier ecosystems and more socially just and livable communities. The three primary program goals are: 1) to inspire and better equip Detroit youth for community and environmental leadership; 2) to support self-sustaining networks of usable green spaces throughout the city, integrated with current plans and efforts; 3) to cultivate future leaders through mentorship opportunities, hands-on community-based experiences, and highlighting green job/career paths, thus preparing participants for higher education and beyond.
Central to this role is the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with individuals, schools, and organizations. This program is new and while a framework has been developed you will have an opportunity to shape and grow the program.
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