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NatureBridge

Location:
United States, Sausalito

Category:
Education

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

17.14 USD / Hour

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Job Description:

NatureBridge provides overnight environmental science education experiences for more than 30,000 students and their teachers every year in the world’s best classrooms: our National Parks. Our mission is to connect young people to the science and wonder of the natural world, igniting self-discovery, and inspiring stewardship of the planet. Through our programs, students explore the outdoors, connect with their peers, discover themselves and develop a lasting relationship with science and the environment around them.

Job Responsibility:

Lead multi-day, student-centered, experiential environmental science programs in outdoor settings
Facilitate inclusive, culturally relevant instruction that incorporates multiple perspectives and connects learning to students’ lives and communities
Engage students in scientific practices through hands-on investigations, while tailoring programming to meet the specific needs of each school group, align with teacher-defined outcomes, and reflect the NatureBridge Theory of Change
Follow NatureBridge risk management policies and procedures, and use sound judgment to make decisions and manage risk while managing students’ physical and emotional well-being when leading groups in outdoor settings
Administer and document first aid as necessary and appropriate, and document as required by NatureBridge
Foster a supportive, respectful learning environment and model responsible environmental behavior
Design and lead evening programs or assist guest presenters and partners, typically twice weekly following the field day
Serve as an educator on standby when scheduled
Assess and document student learning
contribute to program reflection, evaluation and improvement
Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and program debriefs and complete all required paperwork in a timely fashion
Maintain gear and contribute to campus stewardship
Contribute to fundraising efforts by sharing stories from the field
For staff in NatureBridge Housing: Follow all housing policies and co-created community agreements
Build respectful, supportive relationships with staff, volunteers, and participants and provide high-quality customer service
Support campus operations and organizational goals through additional duties as assigned, such as event support, special projects, and community stewardship

Requirements:

At least 1 year of relevant formal or informal teaching experience
The social and emotional skills to build rapport and positive relationships with people from all backgrounds, abilities, cultures, orientations, identities and communities
A demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion within your teaching and workplace community
The ability to communicate clearly to different groups, including students, coworkers, supervisors and educational partners
A desire to learn and grow, and an openness to feedback and coaching
Capacity to pivot quickly and manage logistical changes with composure
A valid Wilderness First Responder (Yosemite and Olympic) or Wilderness First Aid (Golden Gate and Prince William Forest) Certification or a willingness to attain the certification prior to the start date
The ability and willingness to perform physically challenging work outdoors and in all weather conditions on uneven terrain
able to hike 5-7 miles in uneven terrain
Ability to work flexible hours and split shifts, including evenings
Employment eligibility is contingent on successful completion of a background check

What we offer:

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Option for a 403b retirement plan with employer match after six months
Paid vacation, training days, and sick leave
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
On-site housing may be provided as a benefit of employment

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 10, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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