Temporary Outdoor Education Instructor - Reidsville, NC

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Childcare discounts

Wellness programs

Childcare discounts

Wellness & recreation membership

Wellness programs

Job summary

A state university in North Carolina is seeking a Temporary Outdoor Education Instructor to provide engaging instruction to students in a variety of environmental science topics. Ideal candidates will love working with children, and prior experience in a camp setting or youth education is preferred. The role offers flexible hours, and temporary employees receive health insurance and various other benefits. A private room in the staff house is provided during spring employment.

Qualifications

• Must love working with children and have an interest in experiential education.
• Preferred: at least 2 years of experience working with youth in a camp setting.
• Preferred: degree in related field or 2+ years of youth experience; camp experience preferred.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license is not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction for environmental science and cultural history programs.
• Teach topics such as aquatic ecology, forest measurements, and canoeing.
• Facilitate team challenges and ropes course elements.
• Attend a 2-week paid staff training and a 3-day high-ropes course training.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support program delivery.

Skills

Experience working with youth

Effective communication

Patience

Enthusiasm for experiential education

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Degree in a related field

Job description

Temporary Outdoor Education Instructor – Reidsville, NC

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Job Summary

NC State University’s Betsy‑Jeff Penn 4‑H Center is seeking Outdoor Education Instructors for our spring program season beginning March 2, 2026 and ending May 22, 2026. Staff may also continue employment for the summer camp (June‑August) and fall programming (August‑November). The center provides day and overnight programs to elementary, middle, and high school students on 220 acres in Reidsville, NC. Internships may also be available.

Essential Job Duties

• Provide instruction for approximately 20 environmental science and cultural history programs to elementary school students.
• Teach topics such as aquatic ecology, forest measurements, predator/prey relationships, wildlife habitats, pioneer living history, canoeing, and more.
• Facilitate team challenges and Low/High Ropes course elements for the “Soaring Thru Spaces” program.
• Attend a 2‑week paid staff training (Mar 2‑6 / 9‑13) and a 3‑day high‑ropes course training.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support program delivery.

Work Schedule & Accommodations

Varying hours, generally five‑day weeks with occasional weekend work. Long days (8 am–9 pm) may be required. No overnight supervisory duties. A private room in the staff house and meals are provided during spring employment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (minimum).
• Love working with children, interest in experiential education, enthusiasm for hard work, and patience.
• Preferred: degree in a related field or at least 2 years experience working with youth; prior camp setting experience.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license is not required; commercial driver’s license is not required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Temporary employees receive health insurance.
• Other benefits include LEAD courses, free non‑revenue sporting events, childcare discounts, wellness & recreation membership, and wellness programs.

Contact & Application

Questions – Kyle Shillinglaw, 336‑349‑9445 ext. 303 or [e-mail]. Please email Kyle after applying to confirm receipt.

EEO Statement

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919‑513‑0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

Additional Information

Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. NC State University participates in E‑Verify.