Outdoor Educator

Eagle Bluff; Minnesota; On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center in Minnesota is seeking Outdoor Educator(s) to join the Education Department during the fall peak season. Instructors will deliver 3-hour adventure and science classes for 4th–8th graders, with flexible shifts posted in advance and up to 32 hours per week.

Applicants should have prior experience with children, comfort in outdoor settings, and the ability to work independently or in teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of experience working with children.
• Current first aid and CPR/AED certification from a nationally recognized provider.

Responsibilities

• Teach 3-hour adventure and science classes typically serving 4th-8th grade students.
• Set-up and clean-up teaching spaces.
• Inventory class supplies and kits.

Skills

Child engagement

Safety awareness

Communication

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

As schedule allows, occurring the weeks of August 24 and 31, 2026

Begin the week of September 7 through the week of November 2, 2026

Hours:

Flexible, shift-based scheduling between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Shifts are posted approximately two weeks in advance, allowing Outdoor Educators to select shifts based on their availability. Hours vary based on program needs and selected shifts, up to 32 hours per week. Additional shifts may be available during Eagle Bluff’s spring peak season (April–June 2027).

Founded in 1978, Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting people with nature through immersive outdoor education. Each year, more than 12,000 children, families, educators, and adults visit our beautiful campus near Lanesboro, Minnesota for overnight school programs, summer camps, retreats, and outdoor adventures. Our mission is simple: to empower people to care for the earth and each other through hands-on experiences in nature.

Job Summary

Outdoor Educator(s) will be one of Eagle Bluff’s 20+ Education Department members who facilitate adventure and science education programming for our accredited Outdoor School. Fall is Eagle Bluff’s peak Outdoor School season, and we are seeking additional instructors to help meet the increased demand for immersive learning experiences during this busy time of year. These classes provide participants with experiences that foster a sense of respect, stewardship, and community; develop life skills such as teamwork and problem-solving; and promote positive connections with the outdoors.

An ideal candidate will have experience working with children, effective interpersonal skills, and comfort in the natural world. Successful candidates will be adaptable, dependable, and excited to help create meaningful outdoor learning experiences for students.

Essential Functions:

Teaching | 95%

• Teach 3-hour adventure and science classes typically serving 4th-8th grade students.
• Set-up and clean-up teaching spaces.
• Inventory class supplies and kits.

Education Department Team Member | 5%

• Demonstrate professionalism and show sincerity/sensitivity especially in areas of participant experience.
• Be flexible and maintain a positive attitude and composure when working alone/in teams, receiving constructive criticism, and during times of stress.

Other duties as assigned.

• Can communicate effectively with children and adults.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Dependable, flexible, calm under pressure, and positive.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• At least one year of experience working with children.
• Current first aid and CPR/AED certification from a nationally recognized provider (American Heart Association, American Red Cross, American Safety & Health Institute, National Safety Council). The training must include an instructor-led skill session.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Ability to work outdoors over uneven terrain and in varying weather conditions.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

• Willing to operate and participate in adventure activities such as: high ropes courses, rock wall, etc.
• General knowledge of the natural world and/or outdoor recreation.
• Experience with adapting instruction to meet the needs of different learners.

Employment Eligibility & Equal Opportunity

Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center does not sponsor work visas. In accordance with federal law, employment is contingent upon completing the I-9 form to verify eligibility to work in the United States. Employment will require the selected candidate to pass all background, criminal record, fingerprinting, reference checks.

Eagle Bluff Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

All employees are required to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of their positions. The essential functions listed above are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or other or which impose undue hardship on the organization.

Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.