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Field Educator

Denali Education Center

Denali National Park, Alaska

Job Type Temporary
Salary Details $20/hr, negotiable based on experience
Deadline Mar 01, 2025
Experience 2 - 6 years

**This position is responsible for delivering educational material to participants of Denali Educaiton Center's (DEC) learning vacation programs.  Experience as an outdoor naturalist or guide is a MUST.  Preference will be given to candidates who have experience guiding in the sub-arctic and boreal forest.  

Position Overview:
Field educators are responsible for contributing to and teaching classroom-based interpretive programs (primarily for our adult learning vacation participants), leading on-trail interpretive hikes in Denali’s front country, and providing educational programs for tour groups. Through these programs, DEC Field Educators aim to inform and inspire land stewardship.

Main Position Responsibilities:

  • Present in-depth natural history classes for all DEC program participants.
  • Guide interpretive hikes on front-country trails for groups of up to 25 people.
  • Travel with groups on a chartered bus into DENA and provide Denali focused interp.
  • Assist with set up, tear down, and clean up for programs (some may include food service).
  • Assist with DEC’s sustainability efforts by educating guests about DEC’s community initiatives.

Qualifications:

  • Ability to speak formally and informally to large audiences with diverse backgrounds.
  • Experience guiding, living, or interacting with the sub-arctic and boreal forest.
  • Experience managing large group dynamics including risk management and group travel.
  • Strong interpersonal and crowd management skills.
  • Understanding of scientific processes, ability to familiarize yourself with Alaska specific information.
  • Ability to have fun, be flexible, and maintain a positive attitude.
  • Possession of current CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
  • Desire to live and work in a remote community in Denali, AK.
HOW TO APPLY

Please send resume, cover letter, and professional references to Program Director, Keith Reimink, at keith@denali.org 

When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board.

Category Environmental Education, Outdoor Recreation
Tags Naturalist, Nature Center