Coloma Outdoor Discovery School (CODS) has been providing outdoor education programs since 1990. Currently our program offers students a 1–3-day experience in California Gold Rush history. Our program has an excellent reputation for employing professional naturalist educators who are excellent role models, teachers, and well-educated individuals.  

Currently hiring for our Fall 2023 (October- December) and Spring 2024 (January – May) seasons.  

Responsibilities 

• Educating, supervising, and empowering students.  

• Initiate learning in many formats: at meals, in the field, on the trail, and in large (75+) or small (12-16 students) groups. 

• Continuous 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 staff and organization leaders to continually upgrade academic and logistic aspects of program.  

Qualifications 

• Ability to conduct skits, songs and/or stories in front of large groups of children & adults 

• Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively with others  

• Experience working with people, and enjoyment of all kinds of people, especially children aged 9-11 

• Excellent communication skills 

• Love working outdoors – rain or shine 

• Creative, fun, and energetic! 

• Physically fit- able to stand and walk/ hike for an 8-hour shift 

• Preferred- BA or BS in field of education, science, history, or related experience 

• Current CPR and First Aid certification (online certification does not apply) * 

• Current California Food Handler certification* 

*May acquire after hire.  

Position is non-exempt. Starts at $20 (or more) depending on education/experience. Some meals, but no housing is provided for staff. 

To apply, please email, cover letter and resume to Aimee@cods.org