Water Science Educator

This role is responsible for developing, delivering, and maintaining high-quality educational programs that promote student and community engagement. The position involves outreach, scheduling, program development, and collaboration with schools and internal departments to foster awareness of water science and careers in the water industry.

The RWA Water Science Educator assists in the teaching and development of the Regional Water Authority’s (RWA) Water Science Education Programs. The programs are available free of charge to any school and organization within our 20-town service area. Since 1990, our education programs have reached over 390,000 students.

• Design and implement a strategic plan to enhance the distribution of program brochures and increase student participation in educational programs.
• Support existing initiatives such as Junior Achievement and Career Camp programs at the RWA.
• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date Outlook calendar with class schedules and program details.
• Inspect, restock, and prepare loan boxes for future use after each loan period.
• Innovate and update existing programs to reflect changes in material.
• Coordinate the scheduling, delivery, and pickup of Water Science Loan Boxes.
• Maintain a current Outlook calendar and Excel spreadsheet to track loan box logistics.
• Update the Microsoft Access database with program and loan box data to support confirmation letters and monthly reporting requirements.
• Ensure all equipment and materials are properly maintained and available for program delivery.
• Deliver and retrieve loan boxes from schools and partner organizations.
• Create and implement a curriculum focused on careers in the water industry for high school students.
• Schedule and present educational programs in school classrooms and at the Water Center.
• Organize and lead tours of water treatment plants for high school groups.
• Develop, implement, and revise lesson plans and activities to align with educational standards and teacher needs.
• Collaborate with HR and recruiting teams to gather relevant career information.
• Partner with high school career counselors to tailor programming to student needs.

• 1-3 years of demonstrated experience in teaching school-aged children.
• Bachelor’s degree in education, natural resources or another appropriate field.
• Enjoys working with children (K-12).
• Experience with Microsoft applications.
• Able to effectively and accurately manage a dynamic teaching schedule.
• Experience using laptop computers and mobile devices.
• Excellent time management and punctuality.
• Ability to work independently.
• Valid Connecticut Driver’s License.
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills.

Water Science Loan Box Management

High School Water Careers Curriculum Development

• Wellness Program & Incentives
• Enjoy opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Competitive benefits package
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401k and tuition reimbursement plans
• Generous paid time off