AWE Instructor: Wilderness Leadership & Risk Mentor (Spring)

Athenian School; Danville (CA); On-site; USD 1,550,000 - 1,734,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary meals on campus during非-

Job summary

The Athenian School seeks seasonal AWE Instructors to lead 26-day wilderness backpacking courses in Death Valley and Yosemite regions. You will co-instruct, manage risk, and mentor students aged 12–18 during spring 2027, with 26 field days plus prep time.

A WFR certification is required and prior remote-trip leadership is preferred. Stipend ranges from $8,400 to $9,400 for the full 34.5-day contract, with meals on campus during non-field periods and campus facilities access.

Qualifications

• Requires current Wilderness First Responder (WFR).
• 15–18 year-old youth trip experience on multi-day wilderness trips.
• Proven ability to engage safely in core wilderness travel systems.
• Demonstrates risk management and team facilitation in remote settings.

Responsibilities

• Co-instruct in pairs to manage technical components and lead groups safely through remote wilderness environments.
• Create an inclusive, equitable outdoor space for all participants.
• Meet students where they are, scaffolding technical outdoor instruction to build community and skills.
• Model and uphold the program commitment to democracy, justice, equity, inclusion, service, and environmental stewardship.

Skills

Risk management

Team leadership

Outdoor instruction

Differentiated learning

Wilderness travel systems

Education

Wilderness First Responder (WFR)

Tools

Paper maps & compass

Job description

The Athenian School seeks seasonal AWE Instructors to lead 26-day wilderness backpacking courses in Death Valley and Yosemite regions. You will co-instruct, manage risk, and mentor students aged 12–18 during spring 2027, with 26 field days plus prep time.

A WFR certification is required and prior remote-trip leadership is preferred. Stipend ranges from $8,400 to $9,400 for the full 34.5-day contract, with meals on campus during non-field periods and campus facilities access.