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Job Description
Who We Are:
Planet Bee Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing pollinator education, awareness, and environmental stewardship. Through science-based programming, we inspire a green-minded generation by teaching the critical role bees play in our ecosystems, food systems, and global biodiversity.
Job Summary:
We are seeking engaging, polished, and reliable educators to support corporate programs across the San Jose, CA region. This is an on-call, event-based role focused on delivering high-quality, hands-on educational workshops in professional, client-facing environments. Programs may include native bee home building, seed ball workshops, honey tastings, and pollinator education experiences. Educators are responsible for creating engaging, interactive experiences for adult audiences while representing Planet Bee Foundation with professionalism and enthusiasm. Training, materials, and curriculum will be provided.
Key Responsibilities:
Facilitate hands-on workshops and guide participants through interactive activities Deliver core pollinator, biodiversity, and sustainability education using provided curriculum Create a high-energy, welcoming, and engaging environment for adult participants Adapt facilitation style to diverse audiences, including corporate professionals Arrive on time and support event setup and breakdown (typically 60-90 minutes total) Communicate with Planet Bee staff in advance of events to confirm readiness Maintain organization, cleanliness, and professionalism at event sites Follow safety protocols, especially when working with food-based materials or live elements (if applicable) Represent Planet Bee Foundation as a polished, client-facing educator Qualifications Experience in education, facilitation, public speaking, or event engagement preferred Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage adult audiences Interest in environmental education, sustainability, or conservation Comfortable working in professional, corporate environments Highly reliable, punctual, and responsive to communication Ability to lift and transport materials up to approximately 25-30 pounds Reliable transportation within your regional service area Availability for weekday daytime events, with occasional flexibility for evenings orweekends Preferred But Not Required Experience with experiential learning, workshops, or informal education Background in beekeeping, environmental science, biology, or sustainability Event or hospitality experience Compensation Per-event stipend or hourly rate based on regional market rates and experience Compensation includes preparation, facilitation, setup, breakdown, and travel time Additional administrative or coordination work may be compensated separately Paid training and shadowing required prior to leading events independently Work Structure Independent contractor role Event-based, on-call scheduling No guaranteed minimum hours Physical & Travel Requirements Valid driver's license Reliable personal transportation with ability to transport program materials Ability to stand, walk, reach, and remain active for the duration of events Ability to lift and carry materials up to approximately 30 pounds Occasional weekend availability may be required based on event needs Equal Opportunity Statement Planet Bee Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. How to Apply Please send your cover letter and resume to info@planetbee.org. Selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.
