Outdoor Field Teacher: Nature & Ecology Programs

Massaudubon; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 26,174 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Mass Audubon is seeking a Field Teacher to support weekday, weekend, and evening programs at Broad Meadow Brook and Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuaries. You will lead hikes and hands‑on nature exploration aligned with state and national science standards, encouraging inquiry and collaboration.

This seasonal role runs August 2026 through June 2027, with hours ranging from 0 to 20 per week. Weekend and evening hours are available, and travel to Central Massachusetts sites is required.

Qualifications

• Age 18+ required.
• Love of nature and outdoor teaching.
• Interest and experience in natural history or environmental/science education.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience in customer service or childcare; strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with diverse groups; cultural humility and inclusive practices.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and lead school program participants in hands-on nature-based learning at Mass Audubon wildlife sanctuaries and at school sites.
• Maintain educational supplies, curricula, materials, and resources.
• Assist with planning and development of new programs and activities.
• Monitor participants in indoor/outdoor environments and ensure safety and comfort.
• Become familiar with and teach a variety of environmental education activities.
• Engage participants in hands-on learning to develop ecology and conservation knowledge.
• Assist in setting up before and cleaning up after programs.
• Travel to various sites throughout Central Massachusetts to facilitate programming.

Skills

Nature teaching

Environmental education

Communication skills

Customer service

Job description

Mass Audubon is seeking a Field Teacher to support weekday, weekend, and evening programs at Broad Meadow Brook and Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuaries. You will lead hikes and hands‑on nature exploration aligned with state and national science standards, encouraging inquiry and collaboration.

This seasonal role runs August 2026 through June 2027, with hours ranging from 0 to 20 per week. Weekend and evening hours are available, and travel to Central Massachusetts sites is required.