Science education, forest & nature education

Position: Boreal Educator
Organization: Lesser Slave Lake Bird Observatory

Location: Slave Lake, Alberta
Housing: Staff rental accommodation may be available at the Boreal Centre for Bird Conservation at a cost of $295/month through Alberta Parks.

We are looking for a creative educator who can develop and deliver fun, interactive and hands-on programming about the boreal forest, birds and forestry for audiences of all ages.

This full-time position is responsible for assisting in the delivery of well-established education programs for the Lesser Slave Forest Education Society and the Lesser Slave Lake Bird Observatory including curriculum-based school fieldtrips and classroom presentations for students from Pre-K to Post Secondary. This educator will also provide support for the Boreal Centre for Bird Conservation education and community outreach programs designed for a wide variety of visitors including families, students, seniors and tourists. If you love the boreal forest and people…this is the job for you!

This educator position will be based at the Boreal Centre for Bird Conservation right in the middle of Lesser Slave Lake Provincial Park. Just 15 minutes north of the town of Slave Lake (or 3 hours north of Edmonton), this eco-friendly centre is surrounded by beautiful boreal forest with easy access to nature trails and white sand beaches.

More information on our organizations and education programs can be found on lsfes.org or lslbo.org. You can also check out our Facebook pages.

Period: This full-time position is tentatively scheduled to commence on September 1, 2026

Compensation:

• Based on experience, the wage rate will be approximately $28 to $32 per hour calculated at 7.25 hours per day/ 36.25 hours per week.
• Health benefit package is available after 3 months of employment.
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• Staff rental accommodation may be available at the Boreal Centre for Bird Conservation at a cost of $295/month through Alberta Parks.

Qualifications:

• Successful candidate should possess a degree in Education, Science, Recreation or Forestry
• Previous experience working with children in a classroom or outdoor setting
• A valid Class 5 drivers’ licence and a reliable vehicle as travel is required.
• Valid First Aid Certificate
• Criminal Record Check (Including a vulnerable sector check) will be required prior to commencement.

Assets:

• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Adaptable and enjoys working in a fun fast paced team environment.
• Creative educator who loves program development
• Organized with good time management skills
• Experience working within the non-profit sector

For more information, contact the Boreal Centre for Bird Conservation at 780-849-8240 or email info@borealbirdcentre.ca

Final Deadline for applications is 4:30 pm, August 4,2026 although screening will be ongoing. Only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.

Please submit cover letter and resume to the Lesser Slave Lake Bird Observatory by email to: info@borealbirdcentre.ca

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