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Outdoor Education Naturalist

Pathfinder Ranch, Inc

Mountain Center, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$676–$796 Per Week
SKILLS
Accreditation Standards, CPR Certification, Communication Skills, Conservation, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Customer/Consumer Behavior, Defibrillator, Diversity, English Language, Firefighting, First Aid, Leadership, Lift/Move 30 Pounds, Mentoring, Pedagogy, Project/Program Management, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Record Keeping, Recreation, Regulations, Safety/Work Safety, Spanish Language, Student Conduct, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum
LOCATION
Mountain Center, CA
POSTED
30 days ago
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Naturalist uses established curriculum and the California State Content Standards for instructing a variety of academic subjects and recreation activities. The major responsibilities of this position include the following but are not limited to: 
 
Responsibilities
  • Facilitating program including classes, evening programs and meals for client groups and special events, including some weekends and holidays
  • Maintain accurate program records and logs
  • Assisting in curriculum development and implementation
  • Provide positive public relations on behalf of Pathfinder Ranch and serve as a liaison with client groups
  • Assist group chaperones with cabin supervision and evening rituals
  • Communicating behavior issues with school faculty and occasionally providing behavior management to clients
  • Provide basic First Aid and CPR to clients Inventory and recommend equipment acquisitions as needed
  • Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, planning, and leadership roles, including staff meetings
  • Assisting in overall program operations, including animal and garden care
  • Keeping up-to-date and engaged with new teaching pedagogies and practices
  • Ensure the security and safety of camp facilities, grounds, and equipment
  • Follow and uphold all policies and procedures of Pathfinder Ranch
  • Comply with Health and Fire Department regulations, organizational policies, and accreditation standards
  • Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
  • 18 years of age or older
  • Current Adult and Child First Aid & CPR/AED certifications from a nationally recognized provider (at least 50% of the course must be in-person with a practical skills session)
  • Ability to communicate ecological, recreational, and conservation concepts to 5th and 6th grade students from diverse backgrounds
  • Passion for teaching and building strong mentoring relationships with students
  • Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and provide high quality customer service to clients
  • Complete tasks both independently and collaboratively in a timely and accurate manner
  • Communicate and coordinate with participant parents/guardians/group liaisons 
Preferred Qualifications
  • Past experience with ropes courses, horses, farm animals, reptiles and/or gardens 
  • 1+ years experience working in a camp setting
  • Current Lifeguard or Watercraft Guard certification from a nationally recognized provider
  • English and Spanish speaking
  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field and/or related work experience
Physical Requirements
  • Must be able to lift and carry 30 lbs. with reasonable accommodations
  • Ability to work a varied shift schedule in excess of 10 hours per day
  • Ability to traverse several miles per day on steep and uneven terrain in a variety of weather conditions.        
Dates of Work
September 10 - December 11, 2026  (unpaid week for Thanksgiving)

Compensation
$676.00 - $796.00 per week
Housing 
Paid Time Off
Health insurance options for those working multiple season

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Pathfinder Ranch, Inc