Outdoor Education Facilitator

Alliance Redwoods; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance Redwoods Conference Grounds is seeking Outdoor Education Facilitators to create memorable learning experiences for visiting youth. Facilitators lead hands-on science classes, recreational activities, challenge courses, and team-building exercises.

Candidates should be at least 18, have a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR/First Aid/AED certification, and strong communication with students and staff; willingness to work weekend programs and adapt to weather and harness work at height.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; coursework in education or environmental science preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead outdoor science classes that align with program curriculum for students in 5th–8th grade.
• Facilitate recreational activities including hiking, games, and team building initiatives.
• Operate challenge course elements following established safety standards.
• Ensure participant safety by following camp policies, emergency procedures, and risk management practices.
• Run activities for camp guest groups (age range may vary) on weekends as needed.
• Assist in other areas of camp as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Outdoor Education Facilitators create memorable learning experiences for 5 th -8 th grade students attending the outdoor education program at Alliance Redwoods. Facilitators lead hands on science classes, recreational activities, challenge courses, and team building classes.

Description of Duties

Including but not limited to:

• Lead outdoor science classes that align with program curriculum for students in 5 th -8 th grade
• Facilitate recreational activities including hiking, games, and team building initiatives
• Operate challenge course elements following established safety standards
• Ensure participant safety by following camp policies, emergency procedures, and risk management practices
• Run activities for camp guest groups (age range may vary) on weekends as needed
• Assist in other areas of camp as needed

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older
• Hight school diploma or equivalent required, coursework in education or environmental science preferred
• CPR/First Aid/AED Certification (training provided if needed)
• Communicate effectively with fellow staff, teachers, students, and guest groups
• Experience working with youth preferred

Requirement:

• Complete and pass required trainings
• Work comfortably in a harness at heights of up 200ft
• Lift and carry 50lbs or more on a regular basis
• Work in varying weather conditions
• Must be in harmony with Alliance Redwoods statement of faith