OUTDOOR/ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATORS

Nature's Classroom is seeking Outdoor/Environmental Educators for a seasonal residential program in Charlton, MA. Educators will lead classes, supervise middle school students, and facilitate team-building activities. The role emphasizes personal growth and environmental awareness. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree or relevant experience with children. Employment typically runs from September to December and March to June, with weekly salaries starting at $550, including food and lodging.
About the position

As an Outdoor/Environmental Educator, you will play a pivotal role in our seasonal residential program, which operates during the school year. This position is designed for individuals who are passionate about educating children in an outdoor setting, providing them with unique learning experiences that foster personal growth and environmental awareness. The program typically runs in the spring and fall, with hiring occurring during the winter and summer months. We encourage interested candidates to reach out at any time regarding future employment opportunities. In this role, you will serve as both a group leader and teacher, guiding students through a variety of academic classes that you will develop and present. You will supervise middle school-aged students during their field experiences, ensuring their safety and engagement in the activities. Additionally, you will facilitate team-building initiatives and manage low ropes course activities, which are essential for promoting collaboration and problem-solving skills among students. Evening activities and mealtime duties will also be part of your responsibilities, allowing you to create a supportive and nurturing environment for the students. This position not only allows you to educate in an informal setting with a favorable student-to-teacher ratio of 1 to 12, but it also offers the freedom to explore new areas for classes and programs. You will be part of a supportive organization that values professional development and provides opportunities for career advancement. The dates of employment vary by site, typically running from September through December for the fall season and from March through mid-June for the spring season.

Responsibilities
• Serve as a group leader and teacher in the 5-day seasonal residential program
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• Develop and present classes in a variety of academic areas of your choosing
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• Supervise middle school aged students in field experiences
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• Facilitate students in team building initiatives and low ropes course activities
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• Manage evening activities and mealtime duties

Requirements
• Bachelor's degree (Paid internships are available for people who do not yet hold a bachelor's degree)
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• Strong commitment to educate children
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• Energetic, dedicated & able to become involved in all aspects of the program
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• Special skills (music, singing, storytelling) helpful
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• Experience working with children preferred

Nice-to-haves

Benefits
• Weekly salaries starting at $550 weekly
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• Food and lodging 7 days a week for the length of contract
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• No weekend or overnight duties
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• Educate in an informal setting at a 1 to 12 ratio
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• A supportive organization that is willing to help you develop professionally
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• Freedom to explore new areas for classes and programs
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• Room for career advancement