Outdoor Education Field Instructor · Summer 2027
- Pay
- Pay not listed
- Location
- Estes Park, CO
- Season
- Summer 2027
- Dates
- June 21 - July 20, 2027
- Experience
- Extended trip leadership with youth (18+ day backpacking or other expeditionary courses) preferred
- Certifications
- Wilderness First ResponderCPRDriver's License
Description
Eagle Rock School, a full-scholarship boarding school in Colorado, is hiring an Outdoor Education Field Instructor for a 2027 backcountry wilderness course. Educators experienced in social-emotional learning and youth mentorship will find this curriculum-driven instructional role a strong match.
Eagle Rock School, a full-scholarship, year-round boarding school in Estes Park, Colorado, is hiring an Outdoor Education Field Instructor for a 30-day contract from June 21 to July 20, 2027, based in Lost Creek Wilderness, Colorado. The instructor supports 5-15 high school students through a 21-day backcountry backpacking course, teaching wilderness living skills, conflict mediation, and leadership while implementing the school's curriculum. Responsibilities include staff training, driving school vehicles, and writing student performance assessments. Applicants should have extended youth trip-leadership experience, a driver's license, and Wilderness First Responder and CPR certification. This role fits educators skilled in social-emotional learning. Please confirm details with the employer.