Outdoor Science School; Residential Program Specialist

Santa Cruz County Office of Education; California (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and vision benefits

Meals provided

Room and board during shifts

Job summary

The Santa Cruz County Office of Education seeks a Residential Program Specialist for Outdoor Science School. This part-time role involves leading evening campfire activities, mentoring 5th–6th graders and high school cabin leaders, and coordinating daily meals and activities in a residential setting.

Role requires flexible, high-energy leadership with overnight availability, potential bilingual English/Spanish preference, and commitment through June of 2027.

Qualifications

• Experience leading residential or field programs preferred.
• Ability to manage overnight personnel schedules.
• Comfort with large groups and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead evening campfire programs for up to 240 students with music, songs, and skits.
• Mentor 5th–6th graders and high school cabin leaders, fostering a positive, inclusive environment.
• Coordinate daily activities, meals, and overnight shifts as part of the residential program.
• Provide on-call support to ensure student safety during overnight hours.

Skills

Overnight supervision

Bilingual (EN/ES) preferred

Job description

Outdoor Science School; Residential Program Specialist at Santa Cruz County Office Of Education

Application Deadline

Until Filled

Date Posted

4/21/2026

Contact

Heather MacDougall Molloy

[phone]

Number of Openings

1

Salary

Pay Range

$17.41 - $19.98 Per Hour

Add'l Salary Info

Depending on experience, salary starts at $774.76 weekly ($17.41/hour for regular time and $26.12 for overtime. 3+ hours of OT each week and bilingual/biliterate stipend)

Length of Work Year

To Start September 8, 2026 until June 2027

Employment Type

Part Time

About The Employer

The Santa Cruz County Office of Education is committed to ensuring all students have the educational opportunities they need to thrive. We offer a wide range of services and programs geared at supporting our 10 public school districts and expanding educational opportunities and outcomes for over 37,000 students who call Santa Cruz County home. We envision an impactful educational community where everyone feels they belong and have the resources, relationships, and skills to thrive. Our mission is to create an equitable educational system that fosters growth, opportunities, and well-being for all. We work alongside partners in Santa Cruz County’s educational community to build BRIDGES — Belonging, Relationships, Innovation, Data-informed decision-making, Growth mindsets, Excellence, and Sustainability — to equity in education. The Santa Cruz County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Summary

We’re seeking high-energy, creative leaders who love working with students and aren’t afraid to take the stage! Lead lively evening campfire programs for up to 240 students—bringing the fun through music, interactive songs/chants, and skits—while also facilitating daily activities and meals. Mentor and supervise 5th–6th graders and high school cabin leaders, helping build a positive, inclusive school community. This is a residential role with overnight, on-call responsibilities to ensure student safety and support. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Requirements / Qualifications

Please read the attached Job Description. Position begins in mid-September, 2026 (or ASAP thereafter) and continues until early June, 2027 with Thanksgiving and winter breaks in between, for approximately 34 weeks and 107 work shifts during the school year.

• Residential program specialists have the opportunity to continue with the program in subsequent school years, indefinitely.
• The residential program specialist will work three overnight shifts per week for a total of 42.5 hours of work per week (40 regular time and 2.5 overtime). There are a few weeks in which four shifts (including Monday afternoon – Tuesday morning) are needed. Overtime (equivalent to 1.5 hours of pay per hour) is paid after 40 hours of work in one week.
• Residential shifts are as follows: - Tuesday 4:30pm – Wed 9:30am with three, ½ hour unpaid lunch breaks and three 10 minute paid breaks - Wed 8:30pm – Thursday 9:30am with two, unpaid ½ hour lunch breaks and two 10 minute paid breaks - Thursday 4:30pm – Friday 9:00am with three, ½ hour unpaid lunch breaks and three 10 minute paid breaks

SALARY/BENEFITS

• Salary starts at $774.76 weekly (17.41/hour for regular time and $26.12 for overtime. 3+ hours of OT each week and bilingual/biliterate stipend) overtime each week). 2.5% stipend for bilingual English/Spanish and 5% stipend for Biliterate English/Spanish
• Single-only dental and vision benefits are provided.
• Dinner and breakfast are provided. Room and board are provided only during work shifts.
• This is a Classified Temporary position. Sick days are accrued. Holiday pay is not available