Outdoor Education Instructor
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Job summary
CoolWorks.com - Jobs in Great Places is seeking enthusiastic instructors for the 2026-27 school year at a residential outdoor education center in Big Bear City, CA. You will engage elementary students, teaching them about ecology while leading outdoor activities.
With a competitive wage package of $182 per workday that includes housing, food, and health insurance, this opportunity is perfect for educators looking to embrace nature while guiding young minds.
Qualifications
- Experience working with elementary students.
- Strong understanding of ecology.
- Ability to work in outdoor settings and supervise students.
Responsibilities
- Teach elementary students about ecology and teamwork.
- Take students on hikes during the day.
- Supervise students overnight in cabins.
Skills
Job description
Big Bear City, CA
Join a fantastic community of young and energetic educators at a residential outdoor education center as we work to open the eyes of city-based kids to the wonders and beauty of nature. Contracts from September 14, 2026 - May 28, 2027.
- Work in the mountains of Southern California teaching elementary students!
- Two shifts are available, with instructors moving regularly back and forth between them.
- Field Instructors take students on hikes during the day and teach about ecology and teamwork.
- Cabin Instructors supervise students overnight and sleep in cabins in the forest.
- The schedule is a traditional school year, school week, with weekends and school holidays off.
- Continuing education to help you become a better teacher.
Adding everything together, the value of the first-year instructor wage package is calculated at $182 per workday. This includes daily wage, housing, food, and health insurance. Additional stipend for training, pro deals, travel reimbursement, and clear paths to Level Up and earn more money.
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