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  • Job Title: Field Instructor
    How to Apply: Please complete this form as an initial first step to express your interest.

    Position Summary 

    We are seeking an enthusiastic and adaptable Field Instructor to facilitate and manage meaningful outdoor experiences for children and teenagers. The ideal candidate is a passionate mentor and leader who values equity, emotional development, and the restorative powers  of nature connection. The field instructor will work in school settings, after school outing clubs, lead seasonal vacation camps, and facilitate overnight camping trips. 

    Key Responsibilities

    • Facilitate Youth Programs: Lead outdoor adventure activities, earth-based skill-building (e.g., fire-making, shelter-building, carving), and our signature social-emotional framework with small groups of youth.

    • Curriculum Implementation: Integrate connection-focused and reflective practices into daily programming, fostering a safe and inclusive environment for youth and teens with varying abilities.

    • Program Coordination: Manage logistics, supplies, safety protocols, and communications for sessions, school partnerships, and camp offerings.

    • School and Community Engagement: Build relationships with school staff, families, and community partners to support youth participation and program impact.

    • Overnight Trip Leadership: Plan and lead occasional overnight camping trips with appropriate risk management and engagement strategies.

    • Team Collaboration: Work closely with fellow facilitators, volunteers, and leadership to evaluate program outcomes and support continuous improvement.

    Qualifications

    • Experience working with teenagers in outdoor or experiential education settings

    • Familiarity with social-emotional learning and trauma-informed practices

    • Strong leadership, group management, and communication skills

    • Comfort with side-country settings and teaching of outdoor skills

    • Ability to work flexible hours including occasional evenings, weekends, and overnights

    • Wilderness First Aid  (or willingness to obtain)

    • Background check clearance required

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Degree or training in education, environmental studies, youth development, or a related field

    • Experience working in school settings or with diverse youth populations

    Compensation & Benefits

    • 30-40 hours per week

    • Hourly rate: $25 p/ hour, with the option to move to salary in 2026.

    • Paid training and professional development, plus paid time off

    • Health benefits available in 2026

    • Nature-rich work environment and meaningful impact on youth

  • Position Overview:

    We are seeking a flexible and organized Operations Support Coordinator to join our awesome team of nine year-round folks. This hands-on role is critical to ensuring the smooth operation of our outdoor programs. This individual will play a key part in behind-the-scenes logistics and general administrative support to help the organization deliver transformative outdoor youth experiences.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Program Logistics & Pack Out

    • Organize gear and supplies for sessions and ensure accurate packing based on itineraries

    • Track & restock gear and food inventory

    • Maintain, clean, and repair equipment and infrastructure

    Administrative & Office Support

    • Maintain office systems, resources, and supplies

    • Support with administrative tasks related to fundraising and database initiatives

    • Represent the organization at community based events

    Program Support

    • Serve as a backup or float staff during peak programming times

    • Support transportation of participants on an as needed basis

    This role will require an individual who can easily adapt based on the season and the needs of our growing organization. We are looking for someone with a systems-oriented mind that can help create efficiencies, pitch in wherever needed, and troubleshoot on the fly with a can-do attitude.

    The position will be based out of our Damariscotta office and our Bremen campus grounds.

    We are starting this position off at half-time, approximately 20 hours per week with room to increase those hours as needed.

    Compensation is $20 / hr

    Interested candidates should email Director Haley Bezon at haley@heartyroots.org with the following:

    • A brief introduction of yourself in the body of the email

    • A resume attached to the email

    Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We will be in touch for scheduling interviews. Thank you for your interest!


 
 

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