Outdoor/ Naturalist Educator at Coloma Outdoor Discovery School
About the Employer
Coloma Outdoor Discovery School (CODS) has been providing a variety of outdoor education programs since 1990. Our residential program offers public and private school students a 1, 2 or 3-day experience in California Gold Rush history. Our campus is located on the banks of the South Fork of the American River in Coloma, California. Our program has an excellent reputation for employing professional naturalists who are excellent role models, teachers, and well-educated individuals.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Available for the spring 2023 season, we are hiring both daytime and evening positions. Work hours will fall between 7am -10pm – from January thru the end of May – with the option to return the following season.
Requirements / Qualifications
- Bachelor degree in applicable field of education, science, history OR related/ relevant experience
- Current CPR and First Aid certification (online certification does not apply)*
- Current California Food Handler certification*
- General knowledge of the developmental needs and behavior of 4-6th grade students
- Ability to conduct skits, songs and/or stories in front of large groups
- Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively with others
- Excellent communication skills
- Enjoy the company of children ages 9 to adult
- Love working outdoors – rain or shine
- Creative, fun, and energetic!
- Physically fit
- Knowledge of California history and the Sierra Nevada foothills
*May be acquired after hire.
Required Documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Letter of Introduction
HOW TO APPLY
Please email a Resume and Cover Letter/Letter of Introduction to: aimee@cods.orgRequirements / Qualifications
- Bachelor degree in applicable field of education, science, history OR related/ relevant experience
- Current CPR and First Aid certification (online certification does not apply)*
- Current California Food Handler certification*
- General knowledge of the developmental needs and behavior of 4-6th grade students
- Ability to conduct skits, songs and/or stories in front of large groups
- Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively with others
- Excellent communication skills
- Enjoy the company of children ages 9 to adult
- Love working outdoors – rain or shine
- Creative, fun, and energetic!
- Physically fit
- Knowledge of California history and the Sierra Nevada foothills
*May be acquired after hire.
Required Documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Letter of Introduction
HOW TO APPLY
Please email a Resume and Cover Letter/Letter of Introduction to: aimee@cods.orgComments and Other Information
Position is non-exempt.
Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits after 6 months of employment.
Some meals, but no housing is provided for our naturalist staff.
Comments and Other Information
Position is non-exempt.
Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits after 6 months of employment.
Some meals, but no housing is provided for our naturalist staff.