Seasonal Field Instructor

Who are we?Cathleen Stone Island Outward Bound School is located in the heart of the Boston Harbor Islands. With a 200-year legacy of serving children in Boston and a 50-year partnership with the Boston Public Schools (BPS) district, the Island is a beacon for experiential education, empowering young people through hands-on learning and skill building and outdoor adventure and exploration. We are a proud member of the network of nine Outward Bound schools in the U.S., with a shared mission to change lives through challenge and discovery. We are members of the Outward Bound USA and International organizations. Education is at the forefront of our work. Funded by a combination of philanthropy and a robust private events business, our outdoor educational programs are offered at no cost to families. What is our mission and how do we achieve it?Cathleen Stone Island Outward Bound’s mission is to build stronger, more equitable school communities by delivering experiential learning programs that boost academic success and foster personal growth. Our research-based programs blend social-emotional and character leadership, STEM, and challenge based learning, giving students a unique opportunity to build life skills alongside academic ones.Whom do we serve (students, clients, customers)We offer education programs for school and youth groups, leadership development programs for professionals, hospitality and catering, and rental services for on-site events.What is the opportunity?Instructors are responsible for the co-delivery of Youth Programs. A foundational understanding of Outward Bound philosophy and methodologies is critical to this position and to the overall success of course delivery. Candidates must display foundational technical, facilitation, group management skills, and show an understanding of the course area and structure. Successful candidates will be a minimum of 18 years of age and have facilitation and/or trip-leading experience. A minimum of Wilderness First Aid (WFA) with CPR is preferred for this position (or the ability to obtain one during training). Hiring Windows Spring Season: Rolling hiring: November - February Season runs: Mid-March – Mid June Summer Season: Rolling hiring: March - May Season runs: June– Late August Fall Season: Rolling hiring: June - July Season runs: August - Late November Note: At the start of each season there is required 2-week new staff training that all new hires are expected to attend, which are included in these work windows.What will you do?Serve as a Youth Programs Facilitator Demonstrate a full commitment to safety, course outcomes, and student experience Actively participate in pre-course training and briefings, and post-course debriefs Help ensure prompt execution of their course’s preparation and post-course paperwork and logistics Help manage any in-field or program transitions Be familiar with the student medical forms and other pertinent participant information Maintain communication with the Course Director while courses are in the field Provide written and verbal evaluation of co-instructors and Course Directors necessary for their Individual Development Plan (IDP) and improved delivery of future courses Provide 24/7 support to co-instructors and students while on course Deliver course curriculum and remain accountable to student and course outcomes Enforce Leave No Trace and other pertinent wilderness ethics on Cathleen Stone Island and all other program areas Perform additional duties and responsibilities at the direction of the Course Directors, the Program Managers, and/or the Director of Delivery and Program Operations Compensation & Benefits:$19.36/hour , Competitive salary, commensurate with experienceNon-exempt: Overtime offered on any hours over 40 per week. Overtime rate is time and a half. Optional housing on island offered for duration of work period. Staple food provided for those living on island. 5 personal days per season Workers Compensation Insurance. Optional supplemental insurance offerings. Accident Insurance. Access to professional discount programs for gear and clothing. Cathleen Stone Island Outward Bound Education Center is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks staff as diverse as the communities it serves. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.