Outdoor Program Instructor

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Organization

Sierra Nevada Journeys

Job Posted

June 29, 2023

Job status

Open

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Website

https://www.sierranevadajourneys.org/jobs

Careers

Contact Name

Lisa Blauth

Contact Email

lisa@sierranevadajourneys.org

Contact Phone

7758435017

Deadline to Apply

Location

Portola, CA
United States
Mentor and teach youth outdoor environmental science education as an Environmental Outdoor Program Instructor. Many of our students come from schools and communities that face financial barriers and access to high-quality STEM programs like Sierra Nevada Journeys. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that’s been around for more than 16 years, we have a diverse client mix bringing a variety of opportunities and experiences daily, while positively impacting the lives of program participants.

Summary

The primary responsibilities of an instructor is delivering residential, one-to-five-day outdoor science educational programs primarily serving fifth and sixth grades from regional elementary and middle schools. All of our lessons are hands-on science and collaborative problem solving-based with a focus on critical thinking, exploration, and environmental stewardship. Instructors are responsible for leading and educating a group of 12–15 students throughout their program, including facilitating large group activities, leading meals and working evening programs.

Compensation Information

  • $107 - $112 per day + addl. pay for certifications; includes off-site housing and work day meals
  • Benefits: paid time off, sick days, 403(b) retirement plan with 4% match
  • Addl. pay for certifications or experience working with BIPOC students, lifeguard, science instruction, Wilderness First Aid, or First Responder
  • +3% for bilingual fluency in Spanish
  • Live and work in Northern California, Plumas National Forest, just 50 minutes north of Truckee, CA and Lake Tahoe