Outdoor Education Instructor: Lead Field Trips in Nature

Outdoor Classroom; Winthrop (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shared housing

Meals provided

Weekend stipend

Job summary

Outdoor Classroom is seeking Environmental Education Instructors to guide elementary and middle school groups through immersive outdoor learning at our NE sites. You will lead daily activities, ensure safety, and foster curiosity in science and nature.

Instructors typically work Monday to Friday with housing and meals provided for the season. A positive, collaborative mindset and comfort with outdoor work are essential, with paid training starting in the fall.

Qualifications

• Strong desire to work outdoors and enjoy working with elementary and middle school students.
• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively in a team.
• Comfortable walking 3–5 miles per day with students; long days.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead groups of 12–14 students through daily and evening activities.
• Deliver hands-on lessons connecting science, nature, and SEL.
• Facilitate team-building exercises (low ropes), aquatic biology, wood carving, outdoor cooking, and night hikes.
• Participate in 1.5 weeks of paid staff training before fall season.

Skills

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Student engagement

Positive attitude

Endurance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Outdoor Classroom is seeking Environmental Education Instructors to guide elementary and middle school groups through immersive outdoor learning at our NE sites. You will lead daily activities, ensure safety, and foster curiosity in science and nature.

Instructors typically work Monday to Friday with housing and meals provided for the season. A positive, collaborative mindset and comfort with outdoor work are essential, with paid training starting in the fall.