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Employment at Alderleaf

Alderleaf has been growing every year. We can accept resumes at any time of the year and can keep them on file for when new positions open. Typically the hiring process takes place in the spring and new positions start in the summer.

Oftentimes we are hiring additional instructors. The instructor position description is listed below.

Core Instructor Position

Core instructors are the primary instructors for Alderleaf courses. It is a year-round position that includes teaching at the Wilderness Certification Program (including field trips), as well as various other courses (including weekend classes and summer programs). Core instructors are involved with all aspects of the programs, from lead teaching to coordinating trips, mentoring apprentices, and overseeing student progress. Core instructors also assist with outreach including writing blog posts & web articles, taking photos & video, as well as caring for classrooms & the land, and various other support tasks.

Hours: The position will average 32 to 40 hrs per week over the course of the year, though specific weeks will be more hours (field trips and other special classes), which are balanced by other weeks that are less hours.

Responsibilities include:Instructing at Alderleaf coursesCoordinating program logisticsAssisting with outreach and other support tasks

Qualifications:

Required:Experience instructing in at least several of our core curriculum areas: wilderness survival; ethnobotany (edible/medicinal wild plants); naturalist skills; wildlife tracking; permaculture/sustainability; and outdoor education.Good leadership, communication and writing skillsWilderness first aid certificationComputer / office skillsWillingness to work a variable schedule and some weekends

Preferred (though not required):Bachelor or Master’s degree in an environmental or education fieldManagement experienceVideography skills - experience producing short videos for the webOutreach experience - marketing, sales, and advertisingFamiliarity with Alderleaf's courses and curriculum

Compensation:Hourly (for part-time employment) or salary (for full-time employment) based on a rate of $14 - $18 per hour (Depending on experience & qualifications).

To Apply:

Send a cover letter, resume, completed employment questionnaire, and contact info for two references to: jasonk

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