Cal-Wood Education Center is a non-profit bringing kids and families together with nature, driven by outstanding environmental education programming. We are located in a 1,200-acre scenic mountain setting 15 miles northwest of Boulder in Jamestown, Colorado.
Cal-Wood is seeking energetic, adaptable and positive applicants for an exciting and rewarding position leading evening environmental education programs: night hikes, campfires, and indoor science or team building programs. Individuals may also be invited to train and serve as a weekend family camp instructor or a weekday substitute field instructor, leading team building, hands-on science education and outdoor recreation. Position starts as soon as possible and runs through May 22, 2026, with the possibility to continue in future seasons.
This is a seasonal, hourly, non-exempt role
Responsibilities Include:
- Facilitate dinners
- Lead evening programs such as night hikes, campfires, and indoor team building or science programs. 3.5 hour gig, 5:30-9:00 pm Mon-Thurs.
- Minimum of 2-3 evenings/week.
- Optional: Work occasional weekends as a family camp instructor (Saturday-Sunday, includes overnight). Potential to also assist with weekday outdoor education programs with school groups as a substitute field instructor. No overnight supervision necessary. 1-3 day shifts available.
- Training is provided in hosting campfires, leading night hikes, facilitating meals, and conducting indoor science programs.
- Be a part of the fun team at Cal-Wood, full of individuals who value nature and enjoy outdoor activities!
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Strong desire and ability to work effectively with students from a variety of backgrounds and ages
- Bilingual (Spanish preferred)
- Ability to be loud, fun and silly with a large student audience during campfires
- Reliable and punctual, with strong communication skills
- Experience working with kids
- Experience with group management and risk management
- Ability to pass background checks
- Ability to hike up to 2 miles on uneven terrain, lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs for short periods of time), and maintain a positive attitude outdoors in all weather conditions
- Current First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to get certified required (Wilderness First Aid (WFA) or Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certifications a plus)
- Must have reliable vehicle (ideally 4WD/AWD) that can handle dirt roads and snow
Compensation:
- $21/hour (paid every two weeks)
- Meals provided when working programs
- Paid sick time (1 hr sick time accrued per 30 hrs worked)
- Lifelong memories of silly songs and skits around the campfire, stargazing with kids, and facilitating amazing outdoor experiences for students!