Our staff come from all over the country to live onsite and work at Thousand Pines. Our program hosts 5th and 6th grade students from schools in Southern California. We are in operation Monday-Friday each week from September to June. The goal of our program is to help students learn, grow, and experience the outdoors and we do that by giving students opportunities for hands-on learning in an outdoor setting. We lead hikes, teach science lessons, and help students develop their self-confidence through a variety of personal challenges including archery, team building, a climbing wall, night hikes, and other outdoor activities. Staff members have a lot of fun leading things like dance night, campfire stories, skits, songs, and games. When students leave the city and technology in order to come to the mountains for a few days, it can really be an incredible experience!

JOB DETAILS:

• Hours: Seasonal/Full Time – September to June – Holiday weeks off (Thanksgiving and Christmas)
• Pay Rate: Variable – Between $400 and $850 per week based on level of education and weekly responsibilities
• Housing and Meals: Free/provided as part of the job during the workweek – Available on weekends for a nominal fee
• Qualifications: Please see the formal job description listed on each application (Main difference: Instructors need a College Degree and Cabin Leaders need a High School Diploma)
• ​Physical Demands:
  • Abilities sufficient to carry out the essential functions of the job, including the physical fitness and endurance needed to lead hikes and activities 
  • Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions and ground conditions
  • Must be able to lift minimum of 50 lbs.
  • This job involves a lot of walking, hiking, standing, and participation in outside activities on various types of terrain (often uneven). While activities and hikes vary, some will be strenuous. Applicants and/or employees may be asked to take a Fitness-For-Duty test in regard to the physical nature of the job.

 Thank you for your interest in joining the outdoor education team!

Now Hiring!

Program Instructor - Apply Here

Cabin Leader - Apply Here

Returning Staff - Apply Here