Field Instructor/Core instructor

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Organization

Muddy Sneakers, Inc.

Job Posted

March 12, 2024

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Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Contact Name

Sidney Hawkins

Contact Email

info@muddysneakers.org

Deadline to Apply

Location

Western or Central/Piedmont
Brevard, Salisbury, NC
United States
Muddy Sneakers (MS) operates at the crossroads of outdoor science instruction, public education, and conservation to awaken in children a deeply felt connection to the natural world – one that inspires curiosity, stimulates learning, and brings new life to classroom performance. As part of a year-long school partnership with 5th grades in NC public schools, Field Instructor teams guide place-based, experiential learning expeditions on nearby, protected lands. School partnerships also include a supplemental Classroom Curriculum and Muddy Sneakers Live! Online virtual sessions.

Summary

The position of Field Instructor for Muddy Sneakers (MS) is a part-time (2-5 days per week) seasonal position. Field Instructors are responsible for delivering high quality, science and nature programming in an outdoor setting while maintaining students’ safety and implementing respectful and positive behavior management techniques when necessary. Field Instructors serve an important role within the organization. Their enthusiasm, knowledge, education & facilitation skills, sensitivity to the needs of the students, and overall commitment to the organization are essential for its success.Field Instructors will report directly to their local Program Manager. 

The Core Instructor is responsible for delivering high quality, science and nature programming in an outdoor setting while maintaining safety, managing student needs, leading expedition logistics and team communication, developing and maintaining meaningful relationships with teachers, collaborating with the leadership team in administrative projects, supporting Muddy Sneakers Live! Online virtual instruction, and maintaining a healthy work experience for all team members.

Core instructors will have the option to complete offie work in-person at our office located in Salisbury or remotely from home. Work that is required in person includes staff training and program instruction. Travel to any of the following counties may be required for Core Instructors:

Rowan-Salisbury, Forsyth, Guilford, Stokes, Montgomery, Durham, Orange Counties 

Apply here on our website https://muddy-sneakers.breezy.hr/

Compensation Information

Core Instructors Compensation Range: $115 to $160 per day, with a starting range of $115 to $133 per day

Field Instructors Compensation Range; Pay is commensurate with experience depending on the individual’s level of education, advanced training, and years of teaching and leadership experience.

10-month/4-day Core Instructor salary ranges from $18,000 to $25,600 with a starting range of $18,000 to $21,200
12-month/5-day Core Instructor salary ranges from $26,600 to $39,200 with a starting range of $26,600 to $32,500