Field Biology and Program Instructor

Since 1993, Broadreach has created exceptional, small-group learning experiences that inspire and empower students to find potential in the world through hands-on exploration. High school and college students can earn college credit while traveling with a small group of peers to the Bahamas, Costa Rica, or Ecuador. Students participate in lectures, discussions and field research, as well as activities that build leadership and teamwork. Our goal is that students gain new skills, new friends and have more fun learning than they ever thought possible.

Broadreach offers international summer jobs in biology. Broadreach instructors are expected to educate, mentor and inspire students every day. This is a 24/7 position with limited free time or personal space. Broadreach Instructors also need to be energetic and empathetic role models who excel in building meaningful relationships with young adults. Managing health and safety, maintaining a positive attitude through challenging circumstances, leading games, participating in service-learning activities, teaching, developing students’ personal growth, facilitating inclusive group dynamics and demonstrating respectful travel are just a few of the many responsibilities of a Broadreach Instructor.

Our most successful instructors are positive, flexible, team players who are able to create a fun, cohesive and supportive community. Groups typically have 8 – 12 students and two Broadreach Instructors.

Instructors will attend training from June 6th to June 12th. This program takes place in July.

Our office is based in Raleigh, NC and the program will take place in Ecuador. 

Qualifications:

• PhD or master’s degree in biology, ecology, conservation or related natural science field is required for this position.
• Ability to teach an academic field biology course using experiential education methodologies, hands-on activities, field research, labs, surveys and demonstrations. Experience teaching biology at a high school or college level is ideal.
• A passion for mentoring and inspiring students.
• Physically fit and able to actively participate in adventure activities such as hiking, snorkeling, rafting, etc.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills to help manage program expenses, a budget, student documents and logistics.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.