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Outdoor Educator/ Naturalist

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A Conservation Scientist develops resource management plans to protect and manage various environments, such as forests and grasslands, to ensure that they're safe for the species and plants that live and grow there. This involves making sure habitats are free from diseases and harmful insects, as well as working to protect them from fire.

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Outdoor Educator/ Naturalist at Coloma Outdoor Discovery School Print Application Deadline 10/19/2026 11:55 PM Pacific Date Posted 8/20/2026 Contact Kevin Link 530-621-2298 111 Number of Openings 3 Salary Single Rate $22 Per Hour Length of Work Year September
  • December, January
  • May Employment Type Part Time About the Employer The Coloma Outdoor Discovery School (CODS) has been providing a variety of outdoor education programs since 1990.
Our campus is located on the banks of the South Fork of the American River in Coloma, California. Our outdoor school has an excellent reputation for employing professional naturalists who are exceptional role models, teachers, and well-educated individuals. Job Summary Job Summary Available for the fall 2026 season, we are hiring both daytime and evening positions Work hours will fall between 7:30am
  • 10pm. Med
  • September
  • Mid-December
  • with the option to return the following season and potentially transition to full time in January. Responsibilities
  • Educating, supervising, and empowering students enrolled in our programs.
  • Initiate learning in many formats: at meals, in the field, on the trail, and in large (75+) or small (12-16 students) groups.
  • Commitment to personal development of teaching skills and background knowledge of subject areas.
  • Promote positive communication among staff, students, teachers, and chaperones.
  • Model environmentally sustainable behavior and ethics.
  • Regularly manage teaching supplies and equipment.
  • Collaborate with other naturalists and organization leaders to continually upgrade academic and logistical aspects of program. View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications 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 is desirable
  • May acquire after hire.
Required Documents Resume, Letter of Introduction, and application Position is non-exempt. Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits after 6 months of employment. Some meals, but no housing is provided for staff. To apply email a resume, letter of introduction and application to Kevin@cods.org and Aimee@cods.org Requirements / Qualifications 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 is desirable
  • May acquire after hire.
Required Documents Resume, Letter of Introduction, and application Position is non-exempt. Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits after 6 months of employment. Some meals, but no housing is provided for staff. To apply email a resume, letter of introduction and application to Kevin@cods.org and Aimee@cods.org Links Related To This Job Coloma Outdoor Discovery School CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits
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