Outdoor Education Instructor

Overview

Nestled in the heart of the California Redwoods, Alliance Redwoods offers a magnificent 115‑acre outdoor classroom for students to learn and grow. We aim to transform students by developing deeper connections with themselves, their peers, and nature through quality classes, activities, and an inspiring environment – including nearly 3,000 feet of ziplining.

• Instruct 5th and 6th grade children in nature and ecology through six classes that cover animals, forest ecology, initiatives, streams and ponds, and other environmental themes.
• Lead trips to the ocean and Armstrong Woods for off‑site environmental instruction.
• Participate in a wide variety of evening activities, including night hikes, games, and campfires.
• Develop new material for activities that support program concepts.
• Complete on‑the‑job training and attend workshops with other staff to enhance teaching experience.
• Facilitate the challenge course program, including ropes course, climbing walls, lifeguarding, archery, and canoeing/kayaking.
• Assist guests in Sonoma Canopy Tours by guiding, driving, and checking guests in.
• Provide front‑office support (Coffee Central area) by answering phones, performing data entry, and maintaining hospitality standards.
• Full training will be provided.

• Christian with a Biblical lifestyle and a desire to mature in faith.
• Strong people skills, team player, and servant‑oriented attitude.
• Self‑disciplined, reliable, and unwavering commitment to safety.
• Ability to handle crisis events and work under authority.
• Teaching or facilitation experience.
• Physically fit to meet hiking and challenge‑course demands.
• Healthy respect for heights and ability to overcome fear of heights.
• Good communication skills, including phone etiquette and basic computer proficiency.

A.A., B.A., or B.S. degree.

Experience in teaching, camps, or youth work is a plus. Lifeguard and First Aid certification are highly regarded.

6250 Bohemian HWY
Occidental, CA 95465