Outdoor Education Instructor

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Organization

Nature's Classroom New England

Job Posted

March 16, 2023

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Contact Name

Rachel D'Angio

Contact Email

staff@naturesclassrooms.com

Contact Phone

6035398053

Deadline to Apply

Location

Groton, MA
United States
Do you enjoy teaching kids, exploring new places, and meeting other nature and science enthusiasts? Become a Nature’s Classroom New England Outdoor Education Instructor this spring! We provide programming for thousands of elementary and middle school students at 6 beautiful sites across New England. Instructors are responsible for educating groups of 10-15 students throughout the program, including facilitating day and evening lessons. Some of our favorite activities include wilderness survival, wood carving, aquatic biology, science fair, and outdoor cooking. We are committed to providing the highest quality educational experience to our schools and are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated educators to join our team!

Summary

We are looking for adventurous and passionate educators eager to grow their own knowledge while making a positive impact on students!

Who we are

Nature’s Classroom New England is the largest outdoor education program in the northeast. We specialize in hands-on education with an emphasis on nature, outdoor living skills, science, and social-emotional learning. We provide meaningful programming for thousands of elementary and middle school students across New England and eastern New York each year! Each spring and fall we host students at our 6 beautiful sites. During their 1-5 day stay, students participate in an exciting variety of day and night time activities, all facilitated by Nature’s Classroom instructors. 

“I've had such a great time working for Nature's Classroom. Being able to share my love and knowledge of the outdoors with so many kids has been truly special to me. If you love being outside and want to share that experience with others this is the job for you!”

- Sam F., 5 seasons 

What we do

Instructors deliver residential, 1 to 5-day outdoor education programs to students in 4th to 8th grade. The hands-on lessons focus on building critical thinking skills and exploring the connections between the natural and human-made world. Some of our favorite activities include wilderness survival, wood carving, aquatic biology, and a science fair! Instructors also facilitate team building to develop students’ leadership and problem-solving skills. Instructors are responsible for leading groups of 12-14 students throughout the program, including facilitating day and evening lessons. We are committed to providing the highest quality educational experience to our schools and are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated educators to join our team! 

Dates of employment

Now through June 9, 2023

Desired experience & qualifications 

  • Experience working with elementary and middle school students.
  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred, but not required.
  • Fully vaccinated against Covid-19.
  • Ability to walk/hike 3-5 miles per day.
  • Ability to work as part of a team of outdoor educators.
  • Comfortable speaking in front of a group.
  • A passion for outdoor education!

Our locations

  • Freedom, NH
  • Groton, MA
  • Yarmouth Port, MA
  • Ivoryton, CT
  • Lakeside, CT
  • Ocean Park, ME

How to apply or get in touch

Please use our online application: https://naturesclassrooms.isolvedhire.com  

For any questions, please reach out to us at staff@naturesclassrooms.com

Compensation Information

Salary & benefits

  • $125 per day 
  • Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel.
  • Shared accommodation is provided. (Service animals only. Sorry, no ESAs)
  • Most meals are provided