Temporary - Outdoor Educator - Bryant Pond 4H Learning Center

University of Maine•Bryant Pond, ME

70d•$475 - $550•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time position, late April to early November, as part of a team of educators. Outdoor Educators lead and support environmental and outdoor learning programs for youth at Bryant Pond 4-H Camp. You will provide hands-on nature-based and group-building lessons for students as part of our Lakeside Classroom programming. All school programming is customized and incorporates different curriculum standards with students across grades K-12. Although the main responsibility of an Outdoor Educator is to work directly with participants teaching lessons, work in other areas may be required. Staff may be asked to help with facility upkeep and maintenance, office work, building projects, gardening, outreach, and lesson planning. Stipend is $475-550 per week for about 30 weeks, including paid training, paid in bi-weekly installments. Spring Appointment: Mid-April through early June 2026; Educators focus on our Lakeside Classroom programs with school, working primarily with 5th-8th grade students in day and overnight programming at the Bryant Pond 4-H Camp or for in-school programs. This position is roughly based on a five-day work week starting Monday morning and ending before 6:00 pm on Friday. Field Teachers may be asked to work occasional weekends on a rotating basis for specialty programs and will be compensated for extra days. Most weeks will consist of two or three overnight or day programs. Summer Appointment: Mid-June through mid-August 2026; Educators serve in roles during summer programs, either as program coordinators or camp counselors. Educators will reside on-site with campers in shared housing throughout the season, with structured time off each week. Fall Appointment: Early-September through late October 2026; programs run similarly to the Spring season. This position is roughly based on a five-day work week starting Monday morning and ending before 6:00 pm on Friday.

Requirements

You have a High school diploma or equivalent
Commitment to working collectively as a part of a hard-working, supportive, and positive team
Commitment to working long days with participants in a hands-on and high-energy setting
You have a genuine motivation to work with children in a vibrant, high-energy outdoor setting where every day is an adventure.

Nice To Haves

You hold a certification: Basic First Aid/CPR Wilderness First Aid/Wilderness First Responder Lifeguard Maine Trip Leader Permit
You have experiential education experience with youth, preferably in an outdoor setting
You have knowledge of ecological concepts and natural history
With or without accommodation, you have the ability to lead groups outdoors over various terrain with 35+ lbs. packs for extended days and the ability to assist in carrying canoes (85 lb.) with others in a variety of weather conditions
Experience educating and managing children, kindergarten-12th grade in an outdoor setting as well as the confidence to lead adult groups
You demonstrate responsible and safe decision-making skills, ensuring a secure and enjoyable experience during programming
Degree in environmental science, education, adventure education, childcare, or a willingness to learn and self-teach new skills
Interests that include: Initiative Games/Challenges, High Ropes Courses, Archery, Wilderness Survival Skills, Fishing, Hiking, Canoeing, Hunting, Backpack/Canoe Expeditions, Indoor Rock Climbing, Forest Ecology, Geology, gardening, and Science in general.
Experience facilitating teambuilding initiatives, as well as low and high challenge course activities
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions while managing the needs of all participants