Mount St. Helens Seasonal Educator

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Organization

Mount St. Helens Institute

Job Posted

January 8, 2026

Job status

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Contact Name

Gina Roberti

Contact Email

gina@mshinstitute.org

Contact Phone

3602071777

Deadline to Apply

Location

Toutle, WA
United States
Are you...Passionate about youth education, geology, ecology, and the outdoors?
Motivated, self-directed and excited to live and work in a remote location with a small team?
Excited to work as part of a small team facilitating memorable learning experiences?

Summary

The Mount St. Helens Institute Educators facilitate meaningful experiences for our guests, including leading hikes and other educational activities, helping students build confidence and a sense of belonging in the outdoors, and sharing their enthusiasm for Mount St. Helens with our guests. 

During the school season from April - June and September - November we serve elementary to high school-aged youth for day and overnight field trips called Volcano Outdoor School

  • The size of school groups ranges from small groups of 15 people to upwards of 60 people.
  • MSHI works to maintain the desired ratio of 1:15 for staff/volunteers to students. 

Other programs include: 

  • Summer events hosted by Mount St. Helens Institute (including Family Adventure CampSky & Star PartyBase Camp) are capped at 60 participants and serve people of all ages. Summer events include staff working with MSHI volunteers to lead hikes, activities & foodservice.
  • GeoGirls is a 5-day overnight summer camp serving middle school and high school youth.
  • Seasonal foraging event series with the Cowlitz Indian Tribe
  • Backcountry running events, and more! 

Compensation Information

$22.24/hour