Seasonal Environmental Education Instructor – Inspire Youth

YMCA of the Rockies; Estes Park (CO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park, CO invites applications for an Environmental Education Instructor seasonally Aug 17, 2026 – Oct 23, 2026. You will teach environmental education classes, lead team-building activities, assist in program development, and help maintain engaging experiences for student groups.

Requirements include an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Education/Science or related field (or equivalent experience), experience with children, English fluency, and CPR

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Science, Environmental Studies, Biology, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience working with children is required.
• Must be fluent in English.
• CPR certification (provided during training).

Responsibilities

• Teach Environmental Education classes to students.
• Lead 2- to 3-hour environmental courses and 2-hour night hikes/campfire programs as scheduled.
• Assist in program development and improvement activities.
• Clean and prep lodge rooms for students 4–8 hours per week.
• Communicate with school leaders and chaperones to coordinate activities.

Skills

Experience with children

Fluent English

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Education/Science/Environmental Studies/Biology

Job description

The YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park, CO invites applications for an Environmental Education Instructor seasonally Aug 17, 2026 – Oct 23, 2026. You will teach environmental education classes, lead team-building activities, assist in program development, and help maintain engaging experiences for student groups.

Requirements include an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Education/Science or related field (or equivalent experience), experience with children, English fluency, and CPR