Environmental Educator

Nature’s Classroom, Inc.

Live. Teach. Explore. Belong.

At Nature’s Classroom, we don’t just teach; we play, explore, and learn through connection. Join a passionate team of educators who bring learning to life through place‑based education and learning through play. You’ll spend your days outside guiding discovery, building community, and sparking wonder in the next generation, all while growing as an educator and leader yourself. If you believe the best classroom has no walls and that curiosity is contagious, this is where you belong.

A Legacy of Excellence:

Nature’s Classroom thrives as a community of educators and learners who believe that education should be experiential, inclusive, and full of joy. Since 1973, we’ve partnered with 300+ schools each year, inspiring more than one million students to think critically, connect with nature, and find confidence through hands‑on experiences.

We believe learning happens best when it’s rooted in place — in the forests, fields, and lakes that surround us — and when it’s guided by play, curiosity, and collaboration. Fall semester runs from August 31st to End of November, Spring semester runs from early‑February to Early June (exact dates vary by facility).

Massachusetts:
Charlton, Hilltop, Pondside;
New Hampshire:
Swanzey

• Lead and teach 3rd–8th graders in immersive, 5‑day outdoor learning adventures

• Create and teach classes you’re passionate about, from rocket building to humanities to your own “Nature's Classroom Favorite.” With more than 600 classes in our curriculum and new ones added every season, you’ll have the freedom to innovate, explore, and make learning your own.

• Build community with your field group during 2–3 hours of daily exploration and hiking around the property. Through adventure, teamwork, and hands‑on learning, help students connect with nature, discover their confidence, and experience the fun of learning outside.

• Lead evening programs, campfires, and mealtime moments that spark connection

• Jump into special projects, help with site upkeep, and make your mark on the program

• Positive, adaptable, and excited to live and work in a community of passionate educators

• Comfortable working outdoors in all kinds of weather, because that’s where the magic happens

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience)

• Love working with kids and helping them discover their strengths

• Creative, collaborative, and not afraid to get a little muddy in the name of learning!

• $600 per week based on education and experience

• Incentive pay for all staff, recognizing creativity, leadership, and going above & beyond

• Private room + full meals, 7 days a week (no rent, no groceries, just community and connection)

• The opportunity to educate in an informal setting at a 1 to 12 ratio

• A supportive organization that is willing to help you develop professionally

• Freedom to explore new areas for classes and programs

• No weekend duties– recharge and explore on your own time

• First Aid and CPR training provided, along with a variety of professional development opportunities throughout the season.

• Be part of a thriving, diverse community of educators who care deeply about their work and each other

• Develop real‑world teaching, leadership, and outdoor education skills

• Inspire hundreds of young learners to see the world differently – through curiosity, courage, and play

• Spend your days outdoors, your nights by the campfire, and your season doing something that matters