Field Instructor - Lead Backpacking & Paddling Trips!

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• Lead Backpacking & Paddling Trips! Save Job The National Center for Outdoor & Adventure Education Wilmington, North Carolina Facebook Email Copy URL Job Type Permanent Salary $80
• $150 per day Min. Experience 2
• 4 years Save Job Facebook Email Copy URL The National Center for Outdoor & Adventure Education (NCOAE) has an immediate opening for Field Instructors to work individual contract trips for the 2026 season (July
• October).

Instructors manage the safety of the students while co-facilitating multi-day adventure education programming in the field, including camping, hiking, backpacking, canoeing, and more! Instructors also manage risks and assure effective courses, while serving as an educator and role model. Must be able to teach and facilitate NCOAE's curriculum to teens and adults, complete documentation accurately and in a timely fashion and participate in pre-trip and post-trip briefs. Additional duties include facilitating a meaningful group experience and setting an emotionally and physically safe, fun and engaging tone for students to follow. NCOAE is proud to be an AEE (Association for Experiential Education) accredited organization.

Minimum Qualifications:

Prior experience working with wilderness programs, outdoor education, residential summer camps, or related field Strong Critical Thinking and Problem Solving skills Ability to work independently and as a team, with minimal supervision Current Wilderness First Responder certification (preferred) or willingness to obtain prior to employment Competency in risk management skills

Preferred:

3+ years experience leading domestic and/or international outdoor education programs Current WFR or WEMT certification Master's, Bachelor's or Associate's degree in adventure education, outdoor education, recreation, wilderness leadership or related degree

Employee Perks Include:

Room/board for seasonal staff Industry-leading pay Training Uniform shirt Industry discounts on professional memberships, clothing, gear, and equipment A dedicated administrative team to support your in-field efforts Live just a mile from the beach in-between trips! How To Apply Interested applicants may apply by submitting a resume to hr@ncoae.org When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board. Category Environmental Education , Outdoor Recreation Tags Nature Center Related Jobs Environmental Restoration Project Specialist Integral Ecology Research Center Blue Lake, CA Job type :

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