Teacher Naturalist/Challenge Course Facilitator
Westminster Woods Camp and Conference Center is located on 200 acres of redwood forest in the coastal hills
of Western Sonoma County, California. During the school year, we provide single day and residential overnight
environmental and science education as well as character development on our challenge course for students
primarily in grades five through eight. Our environmental programing focuses on coastal redwood ecosystems,
stream ecology, marine ecology, and stewardship. We aim to support Social Emotional Learning in every
student and staff member. Our School Program’s mission is to foster the development of character,
community, and science literacy in students through experiential outdoor education.
Teacher Naturalists at Westminster Woods are dedicated individuals who are committed to environmental
education and experiential learning. Westminster Woods encourages opportunities for growth and professional
development and strives to create a learning community.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and develop hands-on, student-centered experiences in an outdoor setting.
Incorporate inquiry based learning, Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and Social Emotional
Learning (SEL) into teaching.
Facilitate interpersonal and intrapersonal development through challenge course experiences that
include both team building and high elements.
Demonstrate sound group management skills in both large and small groups.
Tailor programs to meet the needs of each school group by incorporating teacher requests, students’
prior knowledge, program logistics, and student interests.
Manage student safety by using appropriate risk management; administer and document first aid as
needed.
Lead two-three meals and one-three evening programs per week and three-four weekend programs
each season.
Provide weekly, post-trip assessments of student group learning and experiences.
Attend staff meetings and trainings.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility listed
above. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential
functions.
6510 BOHEMIAN HIGHWAY, OCCIDENTAL, CA 95465
(707) 874-2426 | WWW.WESTMINSTERWOODS.ORG
