Environmental & Outdoor Education – Instructors

GoodWork Environmental Jobs; Halton Hills; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local conservation organization in Ontario is seeking passionate Education Instructors for roles focusing on outdoor environmental education. Positions include part-time work delivering maple syrup programs and full-time roles facilitating a variety of outdoor educational experiences. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a post-secondary background in environmental studies or related fields. The organization offers competitive pay, retirement benefits, and opportunities to work outdoors and engage with diverse audiences. Essential qualifications include teaching experience and the ability to work in varying weather conditions.

Benefits

Competitive public sector pay

Employee benefits program

Access to parks and discounts on rentals

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, youth, and adults.
• Capability of lifting approximately 30lbs.
• Valid Class 'G' Ontario driver's license required for full-time positions.

Responsibilities

• Set up and deliver maple syrup programming to different audiences.
• Lead outdoor education programs and in-person workshops.
• Actively prioritize the health and safety of visitors.

Skills

Teaching or group facilitation experience

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Customer service experience

Education

Post-secondary degree or certificate in environmental studies, geography, education or related field

Tools

Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification

Job description

Outdoor & Environmental Education

6 Positions: Instructor, Education

Organization: Credit Valley Conservation

Location: Halton Hills and Mississauga, GTA, Ontario

Salary: $26.23 per hour

Posting Closing Date: January 12, 2026

Vacancy: Existing

Hiring For

3 Part‑time positions (< 35 hours/week) for Maple Syrup in the Park public event and Sweet Maple Syrup school programs

• Anticipated start and end dates: March 4, 2026, to April 12, 2026
• Approximately 18 working days, 7 to 8.5 hours each day
• Work Location: Terra Cotta Conservation Area, 14452 Winston Churchill Blvd, Halton Hills.

3 Full‑time positions (35 hours/week)

• Anticipated start and end dates: February 2, 2026, to December 11, 2026
• Work Location: Primarily Terra Cotta Conservation Area, but also other CVC conservation areas, community parks and local schools.

Who are we?

Credit Valley Conservation is one of Ontario’s 36 conservation authorities dedicated to protecting, restoring and enhancing our local natural environment. We care for the Credit River, its streams and tributaries from the headwaters in Orangeville to the shores of Lake Ontario in Mississauga. We are scientists, engineers, researchers, educators, environmentalists, stewards, planners, foresters, recreation experts and much more. We create connections between people and nature, knowledge and action. We inspire appreciation for the role of nature in keeping people connected, healthy and happy. We’re leaders and explorers. We are professional and we’re inspired. We know our stuff, and we work every day to make a difference.

Who are you?

You want to be part of an organization with an environmental goal. You get up every day and go to work with purpose. You accept that you may not change the world, but you’ll try to make an impact in your corner. You like to partner with skilled people across many professions. It’s as natural for you think about the outdoors as it is to think out of the box. You’re passionate, responsible and approachable. You do what’s right, not just what’s easy. You care, and it shows.

Why work for us?

We offer competitive public sector pay. We have a good employee benefits program. We’re members of the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) pension fund. We have flexible work hours for many positions. We find time to have fun and celebrate successes. You’ll have free access to our parks and discounts on recreational equipment rentals. You’ll know your co‑workers by name and will make fast friends. You’ll like being at work.

About The Role

Reporting to the Senior Coordinator, Education, these positions support CVC’s commitment to providing quality outdoor educational experiences that enhance ecological literacy related to CVC’s priority issues such as conservation, climate change and natural heritage.

The Education Instructors should feel excited to learn about the natural world and enjoy sharing information to inspire diverse audiences such as elementary students, youth, adults, families, and community groups in urban, rural, indoor and outdoor settings.

Part‑time positions

From March to April, the part‑time Education Instructor positions will deliver the very popular “Sweet Maple Syrup” elementary outdoor education school program and the public Maple Syrup in the Park event at Terra Cotta Conservation Area.

Full‑time positions

From February to December, the full‑time Education Instructors deliver the maple syrup programming listed above and facilitate other education programs, including, but not limited to outdoor education school programs, conservation area public programming, in‑school workshops and programs for organized groups such as Girl Guides of Canada.

All the Education Instructors are expected to bring a positive attitude and actively take part in all assigned tasks, which involve physical activity outdoors and navigating uneven terrain in varying weather.

Overall, working together on a close‑knit team, the Education Instructors will sharpen their leadership, customer service, problem‑solving, program planning and naturalist skills as they are mentored by seasoned outdoor educators.

Qualifications

Part‑time positions

• Post‑secondary degree or certificate (or in progress) in environmental studies, geography, education or another related field
• Teaching, group facilitation or presentation experience; experience working with children, youth and adults
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Customer service experience
• Being able to work outdoors in different weather and walk on uneven terrain for extended periods is required
• Ability and commitment to work multiple weekends and some evenings
• Capable of lifting approximately 30lbs of equipment/materials
• Police reference check with vulnerable sector screening required (condition of employment)

Full‑time positions

All The Above And Including

• Valid Class ‘G’ Ontario driver’s license
• Driver’s abstract (condition of employment)
• Standard First Aid and CPR‑C (condition of employment)

Summary Of Major Tasks

• Set up and deliver maple syrup programming to different audiences (i.e., school groups, families, etc.)
• Lead and deliver outdoor education school programs, park visitor programs, in‑person education workshops and presentations in a variety of educational settings (i.e., school classroom, conservation area, etc.)
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of program supplies and materials
• Actively prioritize the health and safety of visitors and CVC staff
• Other duties as assigned

To apply for this opportunity, please submit a resume and cover letter in a Word or PDF file, one document preferred, via the ‘Apply’ button on the job posting or on our jobs page at: https://cvc.ca/jobs/.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

CVC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005), CVC will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If you require disability‑related accommodations, please inform the Human Resources (HR) staff. All personal information is collected under the authority of the municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

This position is deemed critical for business continuity.

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