Outdoor Educator/Field Study Instructor

Camp Hannon: Sunset, SC
Exploration Hannon is located in the upstate Blue Ridge Mountains close to the South Carolina/North Carolina border. Camp Hannon is looking for instructors to add to our team for the Spring Season February- May 2025 (potential to stay for summer season). Staff will have quick access to hiking, canoeing/rafting, rock climbing and many other outdoor recreation activities. A mountain geology and ecology field study program designed around the processes and skills of scientific inquiry. Students will discover science concepts and engage in scientific thinking through investigations that explore the topographical phenomenon called the Blue Ridge Escarpment – a drastic and sudden 3,000-foot shift in elevation from flat piedmont to steep mountains. Activities include stream mapping, map and compass, mountain geology and ecology, aquatic ecology, zip lines, a climbing tower and more.  

Principle Duties: 

• Regularly teach at least two curriculum components in the field study programs 
• Lead students in daily program activities (wake-up, flagpole, meals, canteen, and campfire). 
• Be actively involved in all program activities, leading and participating in evening recreational and instructional times as scheduled. 
• Assist with routine clean up and set up of program areas. 
• Perform direct supervision of children while involved with activities. 
• Facilitate groups utilizing adventure activities.  

Qualifications: 

• Degree in Environmental Education, Natural Sciences, Parks & Recreation or related field preferred OR
• Experience in Environmental Ed Programs and or Camping Programs 
• Must have the patience, understanding, flexibility, and a lot of energy. 
• Must demonstrate teaching skills and the ability to implement creative “hands on” teaching methods. 
• Must be willing to sacrifice, adapt and work hard as part of a team pursuing an objective. 
• Must be physically able to perform the tasks required to teach outdoors. 
• Must be willing to work long hours. 

Pay Scale: 
$525/week plus room, board, and a sickness/accidental insurance plan.