Resource Assistant - Outdoor Education

Punahou School; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 22,041 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Punahou School seeks an Outdoor Education Resource Assistant to help deliver high-quality, safe outdoor learning experiences on and off campus. The role supports logistics, preparation, supervision, and risk management to foster stewardship and curiosity in Hawaiʻi’s natural and cultural environments.

The position emphasizes planning and facilitating age-appropriate outdoor activities, collaboration with the Outdoor Education Department, and ensuring accurate records while promoting student

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification due within 6 months of hire.
• Experience with overnight programs or residential camp environments.
• Two years of related experience, preferably in a school setting.
• Familiarity with SEL Core Competencies encouraged.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.
• Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Support on-campus and off-campus/overnight programs.
• Assist in planning, preparing, and facilitating outdoor learning activities.
• Promote student safety, well-being, and skill development through active supervision.
• Maintain program records, manage gear, and keep campsites/process areas organized and clean.
• Support risk management, including emergency procedures and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with the coordinator on logistics, scheduling, and program improvements.

Skills

Student supervision

Leadership

Group management

Positive tone

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

The Outdoor Education program at Punahou immerses students in experiences that fit within a mindful progression of K–8 outdoor education experiences. These age-appropriate and memorable activities foster a meaningful connection to the natural world, strengthen students’ sense of place, and cultivate self‑confidence, independence, and cultural awareness. The Outdoor Education Resource Assistant supports this mission by helping deliver high‑quality, safe, and engaging outdoor learning opportunities both on and off campus. This position plays a vital role in the logistics, preparation, supervision, and risk management needed to ensure experiences that inspire stewardship, inquiry, and lifelong appreciation of Hawai‘i’s natural and cultural environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Outdoor Education Department with both on‑campus programs and off‑campus/overnight experiences.
• Assist in planning, preparing, and facilitating engaging, age‑appropriate outdoor learning and recreational activities.
• Promote student safety, well‑being, and skill development through active supervision and positive role modeling.
• Help maintain accurate program records, manage gear and supplies, and ensure campsites and learning areas remain organized and clean.
• Support risk management efforts, including emergency procedures, behavioral guidance, and program safety protocols.
• Collaborate with the coordinator on logistics, scheduling, and continuous improvement of Outdoor Education programs.

Position Details

• Work Year: 9 Months
• School Year: 2026-2027
• Work Hours: Varies based on operational needs
• Hourly Rate: $18.00/Hour

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree in outdoor education, recreation, environmental science, education, or a related field preferred.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification is required within 6 months from the date of hire.
• Experience with overnight programs, outdoor programs, residential camp environments or related outdoor/conservation experience.
• Two (2) years of related experience, especially in a school setting preferred.
• Familiarity with the school’s outdoor education program preferred.
• Knowledge of SEL (Social Emotional Learning) Core Competencies and application strategies encouraged.
• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds, ages and sensitivity to each individual student’s needs as well as the ability to appreciate the variety of perspectives offered by individual viewpoints, disciplines and cultural understandings.
• Proven leadership and individual, class, small and large group management skills and ability to lead activities in a variety of settings. Positive tone is essential.
• Demonstrated proficiency using Windows and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).