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• Outdoor Education Programs Save Job Wasatch Mountain Institute Salt Lake City, Utah Facebook Email Copy URL Job Type Temporary Salary $15
• $21 per hour Deadline Aug 07, 2026 Min. Experience 0
• 1 year Save Job Facebook Email Copy URL Job Overview Wasatch Mountain Institute is seeking qualified and enthusiastic individuals to serve as Field Instructors for youth-focused outdoor education programs.

This position is ideal for those with backgrounds in natural history, environmental education, outdoor recreation, or the outdoor industry. This is a flexible, seasonal position that complements other employment or academic schedules. Programs are typically run Monday through Friday, and instructors work based on their availability and program needs. Starting pay is $15/hour, with pay bumps based on experience, certifications, and Spanish fluency. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Facilitate outdoor activity sessions in a way that ensures all participants feel valued, safe, and included. Inspire and connect young people to the natural world through science-based curriculum, natural history, and community relationships. Build respectful relationships with students, parents, teachers and fellow instructors. Relate positively with people of diverse ages and backgrounds. Effectively manage student groups and maintain program safety standards Create a positive, supportive learning environment for students. Requirements Background in outdoor education, environmental science, outdoor industry guiding or a related field. Physical ability to hike moderate distances and carry program equipment. Ability to confidently manage and lead groups of students in the outdoors. Must be able to commit to a minimum of 2-3 program days per week (programs typically run Monday through Friday). Preferred Qualifications Current Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder certification Spanish fluency Experience teaching or supporting educational programs, particularly with youth. Experience working with youth in outdoor learning settings. How To Apply To apply, submit a resume to Shayna Pugh, Program Manager at shayna@wasatchmountaininstitute.org When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board. Category Environmental Education , Outdoor Recreation Related Jobs Fall Environmental Educator/Resident Camp Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania Pittsburgh, PA Job type :

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