5th/6th Grade Cabin Instructor

Inspire Health Alliance; California (MO); On-site; USD 16,605 - 27,675; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized housing

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Inspire Health Alliance in the United States is seeking instructors to lead 5th and 6th graders on science-based hikes and to supervise cabins during day and night. The role includes continuous 24-hour shifts, supervising groups for up to five days at a time across a nine-month season, with training provided and compensation of $145–$150 per day.

Benefits include housing support for out-of-state staff and access to professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must obtain First Aid and CPR or BLS certificates.
• Ability to supervise 5th and 6th graders on hikes and cabin supervision, including 24-hour shifts.
• Able to stand long hours, carry 25 pounds, and hike 5 miles daily in heat, wind, rain, and snow.
• Comprehensive training will be provided for this role.

Responsibilities

• Lead 5th and 6th graders on hikes focused on scientific inquiry.
• Supervise a team of 10-18 students in cabins during day and night.
• Guide activities, team-building, and a full camp experience with games and movement.
• Work continuous and consecutive 24-hour shifts over up to 9 months.

Job description

Job Post Summary

Date posted: April 3, 2026

We are hiring for both our current and upcoming seasons:

• September 14, 2026 - May 28th, 2027
• Now to May 29th 2026

Pay: $145.00 - $150.00 per day

Job description:

Email: [e-mail]

What Instructors Do

We will train you! As educators, instructors lead 5th and 6th graders on hikes focused on scientific inquiry. As cabin leaders, instructors will supervise a team of 10-18 students, guiding them through personal challenges, team-building activities, and a comprehensive camp experience that includes plenty of games, songs, and good 'ol fun! Instructors also serve as the primary supervisor for students in the cabins at night & during the day. All staff members must be able to work continuous and consecutive 24 hour shifts supervising children for up to 5 days at a time over the course of 9 months. They must be able to stand for long hours, carry 25 pounds, and hike 5 miles a day in heat, wind, rain, and snow for over 2 hours at a time, at high altitude.

What Instructors Gain

Instructors receive comprehensive training on science instruction, childcare and group management. They gain skills and experience that translate well to future careers in teaching, adventure recreation guiding, social work and more. Instructors live in a community of inspired people in the San Bernardino Mountains of Southern California--a destination location for skiing, cycling, climbing, and hiking. Instructors are also eligible for subsidized housing and professional development opportunities.

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Benefit Conditions

• Only full-time employees eligible
• Accrue up to 5 sick days
• $250/month subsidized housing for out of state/nonlocals based on availability & program needs
• Schedule:

Monday to Friday

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
• Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
• Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
• Innovative -- prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity
• High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• Professional development assistance

Schedule

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Due to requirements associated with our school district partnerships, we are currently unable to consider applicants who would not be able to complete a US background check. As a result, we are not able to hire international applicants at this time, including those with valid work visas.

Requirements: Must obtain First Aid, and either CPR or BLS certificates.