This is a forest school teaching position for EdenAcres Environmental Education, in Forest Grove, Oregon. The ideal candidate for this position is someone who can work independently as well as in a team, is confident in working with children of various ages and abilities, enjoys being out of doors - rain or shine - , and finds a job that offers new adventures each day energizing. Teaching Mon/Wed/Fri. ~30 hours per week. $13.00 - $19.00/hour DOE. Possible addition of Tuesday/Thursday site maintenance and program development for an additional 10 hrs/wk

Responsibilities:

• Nature Days - Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8am-3:30pm
• Collaborate with other teachers to deliver nature-based, experiential learning for children 6-12
• Provide a safe environment at all times 
• Hold students in an artful and kind way through thick and thin 
• Maintain the rhythm of the day 
• Communicate clearly with parents and students 
• Communicate clearly with other instructors
• Handle emergency situations safely and effectively 
• Facilitate contactless dropoff and pickup 
• Ensure safe spaces by sanitizing tools, materials, and touch surfaces after children have used them or been in the space

Preferred Characteristics: 

• Passion for outdoor and experiential education
• Experience working with children/youth ranging from k-12 in diverse and often challenging situations
• Basic forest/primitive skills
• Knowledge of native flora and fauna
• Wilderness first aid
• Love and appreciation for the natural world 

Requirements: 

• CPR & First Aid, Epi-pen training 
• Full rain and winter gear
• Be able to lift at least 50 lbs
• Be on feet for long periods of time
• Grit and compassion