Seasonal Outdoor Education Instructor — Hands-on Science

Sierra Nevada Journeys; Portola (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Off-site staff housing

Daily meals provided

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Journeys in Portola, California, is hiring Outdoor Program Instructors to start in August 2026. This full-time seasonal role runs through mid-November 2026 with a renewal option for the following season. Compensation is $115 to $118 per day (DOE) with off-site staff housing and daily meals provided.

Location: Sierra Nevada Journeys Outdoor Education Camp, Portola, CA. The season runs nine months, focusing on hands-on science, critical thinking, and environmental stewardship for

Qualifications

• Experience delivering culturally relevant camp-based programs for schools and community partners serving youth from under-resourced communities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-five-day outdoor science education programs primarily for 5th and 6th grade students.
• Lead and educate groups of 12–15 students per session and facilitate large group activities.

Job description

Sierra Nevada Journeys in Portola, California, is hiring Outdoor Program Instructors to start in August 2026. This full-time seasonal role runs through mid-November 2026 with a renewal option for the following season. Compensation is $115 to $118 per day (DOE) with off-site staff housing and daily meals provided.

Location: Sierra Nevada Journeys Outdoor Education Camp, Portola, CA. The season runs nine months, focusing on hands-on science, critical thinking, and environmental stewardship for