Naturalist

Under general supervision, provides nature-based instructional activities to students enrolled in the Outdoor Educational program; leads student activities, provides mentorship to student cabin leaders, and ensures safety of students; performs related duties as assigned. 

This journey-level classification is responsible for independently performing technical duties in support of Outdoor Education. Positions at this level exercise judgment and initiative in their assigned tasks, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

Provides supervision, field trips, and a variety of nature-based instructional activities to students enrolled in the Residential Outdoor Education program; assists in the development and implementation of age-appropriate activities involving science and nature-immersion; assists with the reinforcement of classroom instruction related to life science, ecology, and natural history. 

Assists in the implementation of the Residential Outdoor Education instructional program; schedules, monitors, and leads students in field trips, games, recreational functions, nature walks, crafts, and various other learning activities; monitors, assesses, and adjusts activities in response to instructional goals, weather conditions, and the individual and group needs of students. 

Monitors and oversees student drills, practices, and assignments; assists students and staff in completing assignments and projects; explains various principles and information related to life science, ecology, and natural history; monitors and reports progress regarding student performance, skills, and behavior. 

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***APPLICATION DEADLINE 03/15/2026 at 5:00 PM***