Overview
Job Title: Outdoor Education Program Instructor
Compensation: $620/week, 5% increase for those fluent in both English and Spanish
Housing: Yes
Dates of Employment: April 20, 2026 – May 22, 2026
Reporting to: Outdoor Education Program Manger; Director of Programs
Direct Reports: None
Position Summary:
Outdoor Education Program Instructors lead groups of up to 13 students through hands-on science curriculum, team building challenges, leadership development, and social-emotional learning experiences. This role blends teaching, facilitation, and outdoor leadership and requires creativity, adaptability, and a love for working with students in the outdoors.
Beyond instruction, Instructors play an essential role in programming by supporting meals, evening programs and campus operations. Work is completed independently and collaboratively with supervisors and fellow staff, with opportunities to grow as an educator, outdoor leader, and member of a close-knit community.
Key Responsibilities:
Student Supervision & Program Delivery
Independently manage and teach a group of up to 13 K–12 students
Review lesson plans and deliver appropriate environmental education curricula
Facilitate team building, leadership, and social-emotional learning activities
Create and maintain an inclusive learning environment for students with diverse backgrounds and learning abilities
Manage student safety by following all health, safety, and risk management procedures
Program Operations & Logistics
Prepare materials and execute lesson plans for each program
Support evening programs, meal set-up and clean-up, campus cleaning, and on-call responsibilities
Participate in staff meetings and trainings as assigned
Assist with off-site and camping-based programs, including 3–5 day trips at locations around Colorado
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree, Associate’s degree, or 6 months of college coursework plus 3 months of teaching experience
Minimum of 3 months teaching experience in an outdoor or classroom setting
Current Wilderness First Aid (WFA) and CPR certifications; WFR preferred
Must be 20 years of age or older with a minimum of 4 years driving experience, a valid driver’s license, and an excellent driving record
Ability to pass a comprehensive background check
Required Skills:
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including days, nights, and weekends
Interest in, respect for, and ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds
Proven ability to creatively implement science education curricula
Strong classroom and group management skills in a variety of settings
Preferred Skills:
Spanish fluency
Experience facilitating overnight camping trips
About Keystone Science School
With the outdoors as a backdrop for learning, Keystone Science School inspires curiosity and critical thinking through the lens of science to change lives and strengthen communities. KSS offers a variety of adventure and traditional camp activities within a structured environment designed to allow each camper and participant to understand their potential. In all programs, campers and participants will create lifelong friendships, explore and learn about the natural world, and gain leadership and wilderness skills. For more information go to keystonescienceschool.org
With a staff that cares deeply about social justice and racial justice, we believe that diverse perspectives and backgrounds create a rich work environment and enhance our ability to pursue our mission. We are committed to building an organization with raised consciousness in order to impact how we work with clients, as well as how we work together as a team.
