US: (609) 423-0774 • The Bahamas: (242) 334-8552 • csdbahamas.org

Sustainability Teacher – Permaculture

Position Description The Center for Sustainable Development (CSD) is looking for Sustainability Teachers for our Food Security program, with a specialization in Permaculture. The position is for full-time employment at the Center for Sustainable Development in South Eleuthera, The Bahamas. The successful candidates will work as part of a design/build team that is responsible for the design, implementation, and educational aspects of sustainable initiatives for the organization. Working for the CSD means working in collaboration with your colleagues and external partners. It is expected that you'll lend your experience and enthusiasm to the team, as we work together on each other’s projects.

Responsibilities • Manage permaculture initiatives on our 17-acre campus, including pigs, goats,

chickens and ducks • Manage a crew of two full-time employees and intern(s). • Develop and deliver and the Sustainable Development curriculum raging from the

Island School Human Ecology course to college level curriculum. • Design landscapes to increase food abundance and build upon natural synergies. • Produce research, and make presentations related to Permaculture activities. • Work with the Sustainability team in delivering on internal projects. • Develop and deliver apprenticeship training programs. • Promote and develop local business connections and partnerships that lead to growth

of sustainable industries on Eleuthera. • Collaborate and partner with worldwide institutions, organizations, businesses, and

associations related to Sustainable Development that promote similar sustainability activities and perspectives.

Qualifications • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Every member of the team is

an educator and a spokesperson for the Center. • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.

US: (609) 423-0774 • The Bahamas: (242) 334-8552 • csdbahamas.org

• Bachelor’s Degree or demonstrated practical experience of equal value in permaculture, environmental science, horticulture, hydroponic growing, aquaculture, animal husbandry, botany or landscape design.

• Knowledge of animal husbandry, plant life cycles, grafting, propagation, • Certificate in Permaculture Design preferred. • Ability to live in a small, remote location, work and live in an intentional community. • Professional demeanor and desire to work on an ecological friendly campus. • Wilderness medical training is preferred (WFR, WAFA, etc.) • Ability to live without regular access to “city life,” shopping, entertainment, and other

comforts.

Benefits This is a full-time position, reporting to the Director of the Center for Sustainable Development, with a comprehensive compensation plan including salary and room and board, as well as medical, dental, life, and other standard workplace benefits. Salary commensurate with experience"

Application

Resumes and a cover letter should be submitted in PDF format via email to: 86d3+17c8@app.catchthebest.com.