About this role
Position Summary
Introduce early professionals interested in outdoor education to a wide variety of activities, professionals in the field, and the different aspects of running an outdoor education center. The member will connect schools, user groups, Fresh Air families, and other groups to nature. Our programs introduce groups to environmental stewardship, basic farming, and sustainability practices. The member will also help facilitate team, and community building, programs. The member will be an integral part in helping to develop community building programs for our 6 summer camps.
Location
Fishkill, NY
Schedule
March 2, 2026 - October 16, 2026
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Learning and facilitating outdoor education lessons
- Facilitating group dynamics and teams course sessions
- Trail maintenance and invasive species remediation
- Farm Care and Education
- Help in the logistical set up and breakdown for all groups before and after arrival
- Assist in on-site group facilitation: Greeting, Teaching, Meal facilitation, Evening Program, Light Maintenance
- Maintaining Program Supplies
- Completion of capstone projects
- Goal 1: Feel confident leading outdoor education lessons with a wide range of groups, from families to schools and adult learners.
- Goal 2: Understand the scope of administrative and logistical processes and steps that go into coordinating and running an environmental center.
- Goal 3: Get a better understanding of risk management, and how to analyze and prioritize risk.
Marginal Duties
- Participate in all SCA Corps-wide trainings and service projects, as well as project evaluation and reporting
Required Qualifications
- A passion for outdoor education.
- A willingness to learn
- Self-starter and highly motivated individual with a demonstrated ability to work independently with limited supervision to complete tasks.
- Skills to succeed in this position: -Public Speaking -Time Management -Adaptability -Problem Solving -Creativity
- Member must be 18+,
- A valid driver’s license for 3+ years and a clean driving record
- Must have the ability to pass a federal-level background check
- Must be available for 40 hours/week for the entire duration of the contract
Preferred Qualifications
- Basic knowledge of environmental subjects preferred Some prior experience in outdoor education or summer camp setting preferred
Hours
40 per week
Living Accommodations
Member will receive free housing on site as provided by the partner
Compensation
- Segal AmeriCorps Education Award being offered for successful completion of the member’s term of service: $5,176.50
- Living Allowance the member will receive: $440/
- Free housing provided
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Personal Vehicle Information
Recommended
Additional Benefits
Healthcare coverage (if applicable): Eligible for free health insurance
Childcare coverage (if applicable): Eligible for childcare assistance through AmeriCorps
Student loan forbearance and interest payments, (if the member qualifies): Eligible for Federal Student Loan forbearance and interest payment deferment through AmeriCorps for qualifying student loans
AmeriCorps and SCA Training
SCA Risk Management
Sexual Harassment/Drug Abuse in the Workplace
Mental Health First Aid Training
Wilderness First Aid & CPR
Project WILD/Aquatic Curriculum
Environmental Leadership Institute
New York State Outdoor Educator Association Conferences/Events
Hudson River Ecology
Leave No Trace Level I Certification
Professional Development & Job Readiness
Defensive Drive Training
AmeriCorps: Eligible/Required
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.
Other facts
About Student Conservation Association
The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults.
Our program participants protect and restore national parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks and community green spaces at various locations across the country.
After working with the SCA, our members emerge with increased environmental awareness, social responsibility and leadership skills.
As America’s most effective youth conservation service organization, the SCA transforms lives by empowering young people of all backgrounds to plan, act, and lead while they protect and restore our natural and cultural resources.
Founded in 1957, the SCA is dedicated to building the next generation of conservation leaders while inspiring lifelong protection of the environment and our communities.
SCA's mission is to build the next generation of conservation leaders and inspire lifelong stewardship of our environment and communities by engaging young people in hands-on service to the land.
What you'll do
- The Outdoor Educator will facilitate outdoor education lessons and community building programs while connecting various groups to nature. They will also assist with logistical setup and maintenance of program supplies.
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