Position Information:
Position Type:
Hourly/Timecard
$21.63/hourly (+$2.00/hour for specific degree holders, see job description for more info)
Work Hours
Substitute On-call (as needed)
This Outdoor Educator (OE) plays a key role in delivering nature-based, student-centered programs that connect students, families, and community members to each other and to the land. This position supports a range of programs offered by Waskowitz Outdoor Education Center including Outdoor School, Living History, High School Recruitment and Leadership, Middle School Programming, and customer service and educational programming for visiting rental groups The OE also mentors high school leaders, facilitates hands-on learning for participants, and ensures the safety and well-being of all participants Outdoor Educators are assigned responsibilities during Outdoor School: (Cabin Team or Trail Team) but are expected to be flexible in their responsibilities and scheduling depending on program needs. Each program has a different set of weekly hours. This is a 6 hour a day position. Additional hours can be added during outdoor school and other programs as needed.
For a full job description, please see attachment.
BENEFITS ELIGIBILITY: Our guest employees are eligible to enroll in our comprehensive benefits package provided by SEBB after working 630 hours in a school year.
OUR PROMISE Every student in Highline Public Schools is known by name, strength and need, and graduates prepared for the future they choose.
The Highline Strategic Plan is centered on Our Promise. In 2023, the strategic plan was updated to prioritize our work through 2026, identifying four bold goals:
Highline Public Schools, District #401, complies with all federal rules and regulations as well as state laws on discrimination and does not discriminate in admission, access, treatment, or employment in education programs or hiring practices on the basis of race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, marital status, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular activities. Highline Public Schools also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For the purposes of nondiscrimination, "neurodivergence" shall be defined as neurological differences including, but not limited to, autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Neurodivergent individuals may or may not identify as disabled. Any person having inquiries should contact: Age Discrimination Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Affirmative Action, and Civil Rights Act (employees): Executive Director of Human Resources, 206.631.3008; Civil Rights Act (students) and Title IX: District Ombudsman, 206.631.3104, civilrightscoordinator@highlineschools.org; titleixofficer@highlineschools.org; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act: Health & Social Services Compliance Manager, 206.631.3011, 504coordinator@highlineschools.org; Address: 15675 Ambaum Blvd. SW, Burien, WA 98166.
OUR PROMISE: Every student in Highline Public Schools is known by name, strength, and need, and graduates prepared for the future they choose.
Highline Public Schools serves over 19,000 students Kindergarten through Grade 12 in the communities of Burien, Des Moines, Normandy Park, SeaTac, Boulevard Park, and White Center in Washington State.
The district has 32 schools, employs over 2,000 staff members, and offers a wide variety of educational opportunities from early childhood to college preparation.
We are committed to equity in education, high expectations for all, and partnering with families and the community to ensure that all children achieve their potential.
