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Organization
Job Posted
November 17, 2025
Job status
Job Category
Job Type
Job Compensation Type
Remote
No
Website
Contact Name
Rachael Lewandowski Sarette
Contact Email
lewandowskis@wisc.edu
Contact Phone
Deadline to Apply
Location
United States
What you'll do:
-Teach hands-on environmental education and outdoor recreation.
-Support vital conservation projects (e.g., managing invasive species).
-Care for equipment and our nature center animals.
Summary
Upham Woods Outdoor Learning Center is a residential facility operated by the University of Wisconsin-Madison located on the beautiful Wisconsin River, two miles north of Wisconsin Dells. The site consists of 14 buildings that supply lodging, meals and environmental education resources year-round for youth and youth leaders. The center rests on 318 acres of forested land including Blackhawk Island, a 210-acre designated State Natural Area. This wooded property is considered one of the few remaining “old growth” natural areas of the state. The rock cliffs, shady canyons, caves and sandy beaches feature a variety of flora, fauna, and unique geologic and cultural history.
This posting is for 3 separate positions totaling 5-7 people.
- Seasonal Outdoor Educator (Late March/April Start)
- Focus on teaching environmental education and outdoor recreation classes.
- Seasonal Outdoor Recreation Educator (Late March/April Start)
- Focus on teaching outdoor recreation classes and facilitating our introductory camping program.
- Seasonal Outdoor Educator (May Start)
All positions will end in Late August or Mid-November depending on candidate availability.
Please check out our website for more information on these positions. https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/uphamwoods/get-involved/employment/
Compensation Information
Starting at $17.00 per hour with on-site housing included for free. See full posting for available additional incentives to increase hourly wage.