Program Director

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with schools and groups to schedule educational visits, maintaining a master schedule of all programs to ensure each school/group’s needs are met.
• Collaborate with school coordinators to tailor curricula that align with each group’s educational goals.
• Recruit, train, and supervise program staff, including educators and interns.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented culture and provide ongoing support and professional development for staff.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of all programs, ensuring safety, quality, and smooth logistics, with daily check-ins with program staff and visiting faculty/chaperones.
• Manage daily program schedule
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of programs, making adjustments as needed to maintain high standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Environmental Studies, Outdoor Education, Leadership or a related field.
• Master’s degree and/or teacher certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in program management, preferably in an outdoor or educational setting.
• Proven ability to work effectively with schools, educational administrators, and group organizers.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of outdoor safety standards and best practices.

• Passionate about environmental education and working with young people.

  To Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, 2 letters of recommendation, and 2 phone references.  Letters and phone references should be different individuals.