Adventure Club Teacher

About the Role

Adventure Club Teachers are group facilitators, curriculum designers, van drivers, watercolor carriers, risk assessors, storytellers, and snake spotters. You will be responsible for maintaining a safe environment for children to truly be themselves outside!

We are looking for teachers who love to get dirty, can tell the difference between a risk and a hazard, know how to lead with warmth, kindness, and care, and are ecstatically, deeply in love with nature. You should be patient, adaptable, and able to balance a child’s desire for independence with clear, calm leadership.

Because Adventure Club is still growing, there is potential for additional hours and leadership opportunities!

• Class is in session M-Th 1:30-6:30
• Seasonal, Part-Time (we run 3, 10 week sessions during the school year)
• 16 - 25 hours per week
• Summer camp opportunities are available but not required!

$22 to $25 per hour, depending on experience.

• Pick up students in the Withywindle van and safely transport them to and from Adventure Club locations.
• Help design and implement meaningful, seasonal curriculum inspired by children's interests, questions, and the natural world.
• Lead the daily rhythm with confidence while being able to adapt quickly
• Assess outdoor sites each day for potential hazards and maintain a safe environment for exploration.
• Foster a warm, inclusive, child-centered community where every child feels seen and valued.
• Prepare and organize curriculum materials and supplies.
• Help maintain the Withywindle van, outdoor equipment, curriculum materials, and weather gear.
• Keep accurate attendance and communicate with families and the Program Director as needed.
• Participate in planning meetings and contribute ideas for the continued growth of Adventure Club.

• A genuine love of children and spending time outdoors in all seasons.
• Knowledge of child development through formal education, professional experience, or lived experience.
• A commitment to inclusive, relationship-based, child-centered education.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable hiking up to one mile while carrying supplies for an outdoor classroom.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and willingness to drive the Withywindle van.

• Background in environmental education, ecology, biology, or natural history.
• Experience with outdoor education, forest schools, camps, or nature-based programs.
• Wilderness First Aid, CPR, or First Aid certification.
• Experience developing curriculum or leading project-based learning.