Outdoor Education Field Instructors

Director of Summer Programs Location: Nuhop, Perrysville, OH Job Type: Full-Time Year Round Leadership Position Target Start Date: July 2026 Salary: $40,000 Housing: Potential Available What if summer camp could change everything? Nuhop is looking for a bold leader who believes it can. This position is not about maintaining what exists, it is about creating what is possible. We are seeking a Director of Summer Programs who leads with energy, vision, and deep care for people. At the heart of this role is a summer camp experience for youth with learning differences, attention challenges, and neurodiversity. This is work rooted in belonging, dignity, and possibility. Every camper arrives with strengths and every experience is designed to help them succeed. You will lead all aspects of summer programs including design, staff leadership, enrollment growth, and partnerships across the Midwest. You will build relationships with families, schools, and clinicians to expand access and deepen impact. You will travel, build, and lead a culture where staff grow, campers belong, and families trust deeply in the experience. Nuhop serves youth from its campuses in the Mohican region of Ohio and has been doing this work for over fifty years. The ideal candidate brings experience in camp leadership or youth development and a passion for experiential learning. If you are ready to lead something meaningful and leave it better than you found it, we would love to talk. Cleaning Staff We are seeking a Cleaner to join our team! You will be responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly environment. Responsibilities: Keep buildings in clean and orderly condition Perform heavy cleaning duties such as cleaning floors and shampooing rugs Perform routine maintenance tasks Organize custodial closets and spaces Maintain working condition of cleaning equipment Qualifications: Previous experience in cleaning, maintenance, or other related fields Kitchen Staff We are seeking Kitchen Staff to join our dedicated kitchen crew! You will assist in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of meals in our professional kitchen. Responsibilities: Prepare all served food Plan food production to coordinate with meal serving hours Memorize, record, and comprehend menu items, abbreviations, plate appearance, and portions Follow standard recipes and special diet orders Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently Adhere to all sanitation and food production codes Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, utensils, and appliances Qualifications: Previous experience in cooking, culinary arts, or other related fields Knowledge of kitchen equipment and cooking techniques Strong attention to detail Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment Ability to work well in teams Have or are willing to obtain ServSafe Certification (we will sponsor this) Counselors Counselors are responsible for organizing, planning, and facilitating individual sessions, as well as handling day‑to‑day interactions with our campers. Counselors should have a positive attitude, as well as an understanding of children with special needs and the outdoors. Counselors should have completed at least one year of college. Lifeguard The Lifeguard is responsible for facilitating deep water tests, keeping campers and staff safe while on the beach, organizing free swims, and other duties determined by the director, including joining a group as an extra hand and cabin duties. Outdoor Education (Seasonal) Job Opportunities Full‑time seasonal positions available from mid‑August through early November. Part‑time instructors are also needed throughout the season. Seasonal contract pay starts at a minimum of $500/Week with the following benefits: On‑site housing, food when working with clients, and access to our facilities including laundry, internet, the Mohican state park trails, two lakes, rock wall, and two high ropes courses. Part‑time instructor pay starts at $12/hour and increases with experience and qualifications. Salaries increase with additional qualifications, including: WFA/WFR, ACCT Level 1 or 2, teaching license, master's degree. Instructors will teach and lead outdoor education sessions through: Approaching learning and engagement through a multidisciplinary teaching approach Guiding hikes in the state forest Engaging students in environmental and STEAM‑centered curriculum Facilitating challenge courses, canoeing, rock climbing, and other adventure programming Promoting social and emotional learning with our team‑building initiatives Making the program accessible for all students, regardless of ability level and background Candidates will be: Driven and motivated to serve Flexible and able to thrive in a team setting Kind, honest, and positive role models for the students and districts Nuhop serves Equipped to instruct with compassion Ready to challenge themselves to learn and grow Inspired by Nuhop’s mission and focus, leading to professional outcomes Comfortable working outdoors in all types of weather Willing to take the initiative to assist with cleaning and other duties Candidates need to be comfortable working outdoors, excited about teaching, and able to pass a background check. This is the perfect job for recent college graduates, prospective teachers, students invested in a gap year process, professionals in environmental studies, and retired educators. The position will require evening duties throughout the season, and occasional weekend responsibilities. The initial training will last two weeks, and continued training will be offered as the season progresses. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nuhop