{"id":59925,"date":"2026-07-09T14:07:13","date_gmt":"2026-07-09T21:07:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/?p=59925"},"modified":"2026-07-09T14:07:13","modified_gmt":"2026-07-09T21:07:13","slug":"job-outdoor-educator-highline-school-district-north-bend-wa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/job-outdoor-educator-highline-school-district-north-bend-wa\/","title":{"rendered":"Job: Outdoor Educator,\u00a0Highline School District (North Bend, WA)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Highline School District<\/p>\n

North Bend, Washington<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Job Type<\/td>\nPermanent<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Salary<\/td>\n$28.74-$32.05 DOE (dependent on experience) **to be prorated based on start date and FTE 0.75 FTE, Employee Calendars Schedule: 6 hours\/day 181 workdays with 11 paid holidays<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Benefits<\/td>\nHighline School District has a competitive benefits package. See the website to learn more.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Min. Experience<\/td>\n0 – 1 year<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n
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WASKOWITZ OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTER<\/strong>: Our vision is to create a future where all people are stewards of the land with a profound connection to the outdoors and one another. Our values include:
\u2022 Reverence for our history
\u2022 Stewardship of the land
\u2022 Joy in our work
\u2022 Belonging in community and the outdoors
\u2022 Respect for students as young leaders
\u2022 Care for one another
\u2022 Leadership in outdoor education
\u2022 Hope for the future
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES i<\/strong>nclude the following. This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also

JOB DESCRIPTION: RESIDENTIAL OUTDOOR EDUCATOR<\/strong> \u2013Waskowitz Outdoor Educational Center Highline Public Schools 88R01ROEI Residential Outdoor Educator \u2013 
be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<\/p>\n

Core Duties Across All Programs<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u25cf Ensures the physical and emotional safety of students, staff and guests
\u25cf Support logistics and implementation of programming, including trail maintenance, dining hall supervision and hosting, and activity preparation.
\u25cf Assist with daily facility upkeep including cleaning, organization, and basic maintenance of program areas.
\u25cf Develop, refine, and maintain program materials and lesson plans.
\u25cf Participate in professional development and required training (e.g., paraeducator certification).
\u25cf Deliver programming to a wide range of audiences, including students, families, teachers, and rental groups.
\u25cf Assist in kitchen, office, or other related roles when needed.
\u25cf Collaborate with visiting groups to ensure a welcoming and inclusive environment.
\u25cf Serve as a support for rental group needs, including dining, facilities, and program coordination.
\u25cf Lead nature-based and team-building educational programming for guests and rental groups.
\u25cf Maintain a high standard of customer service and uphold the reputation of Waskowitz as a professional, mission-driven outdoor learning center.<\/p>\n

Trail Team Specific Duties<\/strong>
\u25cf Facilitate student-centered environmental and social-emotional learning using evidence-based practices
\u25cf Lead trail-based environmental education lessons focused on curiosity, exploration, and stewardship.
\u25cf Guide students in outdoor learning activities that emphasize nature connection and systems thinking.
\u25cf Build mentoring relationships with high school student leaders; train and support them in instructional and leadership roles.
\u25cf Mentor high school leaders in trail instruction and student engagement.
\u25cf Recruit, train, observe, evaluate, and support high school leaders.<\/p>\n

Cabin Team Specific Duties<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u25cf Provide overnight supervision for students and high school leaders, ensuring a safe and inclusive living environment.
\u25cf Build mentoring relationships with high school student leaders; train and support them in instructional and leadership roles.
\u25cf Facilitate evening programs that build community and deepen learning through reflection and connection.
\u25cf Support the leadership development of high school students through ongoing mentorship.
\u25cf Recruit, train, observe, evaluate, and support high school leaders.<\/p>\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Education and Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n