Employment and Volunteer Opportunities
Are you passionate about connecting with nature and interested in working with children? Would you like to be mentored in bringing holistic nature education to kids? If so, we’ve got an amazing opportunity for you!
Wild Soul, is seeking employees and volunteers for both our summer and school-year programs.
What we are looking for:
Reliable, dedicated teens, college students or adults looking to gain experience in deep nature connection and work with children ages 5-12.
What you get out of it:
-individual mentorship in the coyote mentoring/ 8 shields approach by an experienced instructor (for more info on this, check out our about page)
-free training, related to the program you will be assisting with
-hands-on, in the field time with children, ages 5-12
-development of skills in mentoring youth in a deeply meaningful way, connecting them to the natural world
-a deepening of your connection to nature and skill at things such as tracking, bird-language, plant identification, fire, and ancestral crafts
-the opportunity to build relationships with children, facilitators and families
-the opportunity to take part in seasonal rituals and celebrations, and understand the reasoning behind them
-plus, become part of a sweet, growing community
Qualifications:
-dependability, reliability and impeccable integrity
-ability to commit to participation with the program for the school year
-openness to learning, being mentored and taking instruction
-interest in nature connection and working with children
-good communication skills and ability to interact with children, staff and families in a positive manner
-flexibility and adaptability
-ability to be outdoors for extended periods in all weather
-a general knowledge and awareness of safety and ability to hold boundaries
-previous experience working in nature connection and/or children’s programs a plus
-previous experience with, or knowledge of, 8-shields, or if not, a willingness to learn
-First aid and CPR certification and/or Wilderness First Aid Certification
-must pass a background check/fingerprinting
Wild Soul, is seeking employees and volunteers for both our summer and school-year programs.
What we are looking for:
Reliable, dedicated teens, college students or adults looking to gain experience in deep nature connection and work with children ages 5-12.
What you get out of it:
-individual mentorship in the coyote mentoring/ 8 shields approach by an experienced instructor (for more info on this, check out our about page)
-free training, related to the program you will be assisting with
-hands-on, in the field time with children, ages 5-12
-development of skills in mentoring youth in a deeply meaningful way, connecting them to the natural world
-a deepening of your connection to nature and skill at things such as tracking, bird-language, plant identification, fire, and ancestral crafts
-the opportunity to build relationships with children, facilitators and families
-the opportunity to take part in seasonal rituals and celebrations, and understand the reasoning behind them
-plus, become part of a sweet, growing community
Qualifications:
-dependability, reliability and impeccable integrity
-ability to commit to participation with the program for the school year
-openness to learning, being mentored and taking instruction
-interest in nature connection and working with children
-good communication skills and ability to interact with children, staff and families in a positive manner
-flexibility and adaptability
-ability to be outdoors for extended periods in all weather
-a general knowledge and awareness of safety and ability to hold boundaries
-previous experience working in nature connection and/or children’s programs a plus
-previous experience with, or knowledge of, 8-shields, or if not, a willingness to learn
-First aid and CPR certification and/or Wilderness First Aid Certification
-must pass a background check/fingerprinting
Positions Available
Here is a listing of the positions we currently have available. With questions or for more details, feel free to get in touch with us here.
volunteer positions
For those wishing to support our program, and gain experience with children and nature connection, becoming a volunteer is a great way to do so! A regular commitment is required, but the pay-off is great (see details for each position listed below)!
School-year program
Facilitator/Instructor Volunteer
Days/Hours:
Monday/Wednesday 8:30am-1:30pm for the 23/24 school year
(additional planning and training time, if desired)
Duties:
-assist with preparation for the day, orientation time with the lead before program begins
-greeting and welcoming participants
-participate in activities throughout the day, assisting the lead facilitator(s) as needed
-supervise children and ensure safety
-lead activities/games, tell stories, teach crafts
-assist with set-up, break-down and clean-up
-Check-in with lead at end of program day for reflection and learning
To Apply: please submit the following form along with 3 references to: info@durangowildsoul.org
Facilitator/Instructor Volunteer
Days/Hours:
Monday/Wednesday 8:30am-1:30pm for the 23/24 school year
(additional planning and training time, if desired)
Duties:
-assist with preparation for the day, orientation time with the lead before program begins
-greeting and welcoming participants
-participate in activities throughout the day, assisting the lead facilitator(s) as needed
-supervise children and ensure safety
-lead activities/games, tell stories, teach crafts
-assist with set-up, break-down and clean-up
-Check-in with lead at end of program day for reflection and learning
To Apply: please submit the following form along with 3 references to: info@durangowildsoul.org
Employment Opportunities
Instructor
Hours:
Monday/Wednesday 8:30am-4pm OR Wednesday 8:30 am- 1:30pm
-2-4 hours per week planning and training time
-seasonal celebrations and parent ed nights (see program calendar for details)
Pay: $18-$24 per hour, depending on experience
Duties:
-planning and preparation for the program day, season and year, in-line with our philosophy
-tracking the needs of each student, communicating with other staff and parents when appropriate, building relationships with students and families
-greeting and welcoming participants
-leading/running activities throughout the day, directing assistants/volunteers as needed
-supervising children and ensuring safety
-leading activities/games, telling stories, teaching crafts
-setting-up, cleaning-up and helping maintain the grounds, as needed
-reporting to the program director for direction, feedback and support, as needed
-attending and assisting with planning and training meetings
-assisting with seasonal celebrations, end of term ceremonies and rites-of-passage
-helping hold the values of the program and supporting its continued growth
-continued training in 8-shields/coyote mentoring
To apply: Please submit the following form, along with a resume, brief cover letter and 3 references to: info@durangowildsoul.org
Hours:
Monday/Wednesday 8:30am-4pm OR Wednesday 8:30 am- 1:30pm
-2-4 hours per week planning and training time
-seasonal celebrations and parent ed nights (see program calendar for details)
Pay: $18-$24 per hour, depending on experience
Duties:
-planning and preparation for the program day, season and year, in-line with our philosophy
-tracking the needs of each student, communicating with other staff and parents when appropriate, building relationships with students and families
-greeting and welcoming participants
-leading/running activities throughout the day, directing assistants/volunteers as needed
-supervising children and ensuring safety
-leading activities/games, telling stories, teaching crafts
-setting-up, cleaning-up and helping maintain the grounds, as needed
-reporting to the program director for direction, feedback and support, as needed
-attending and assisting with planning and training meetings
-assisting with seasonal celebrations, end of term ceremonies and rites-of-passage
-helping hold the values of the program and supporting its continued growth
-continued training in 8-shields/coyote mentoring
To apply: Please submit the following form, along with a resume, brief cover letter and 3 references to: info@durangowildsoul.org
Substitute Instructor
Hours: program hours as listed above on a fill-in basis
Pay: $18-20/hour, depending on experience
Duties:
-assist with preparation for the day, orientation time with the lead before program begins
-greet and welcome participants
-participate in activities throughout the day, assist the lead facilitator(s) as needed
-supervise children, build relationships and ensure safety
-lead activities/games, tell stories, teach crafts
-assist with set-up, clean-up or transport as needed
-communicate clearly and warmly with parents
-check-in with lead at end of program day
To apply: Please submit the following form, along with a resume, cover letter and 3 references to: info@durangowildsoul
Hours: program hours as listed above on a fill-in basis
Pay: $18-20/hour, depending on experience
Duties:
-assist with preparation for the day, orientation time with the lead before program begins
-greet and welcome participants
-participate in activities throughout the day, assist the lead facilitator(s) as needed
-supervise children, build relationships and ensure safety
-lead activities/games, tell stories, teach crafts
-assist with set-up, clean-up or transport as needed
-communicate clearly and warmly with parents
-check-in with lead at end of program day
To apply: Please submit the following form, along with a resume, cover letter and 3 references to: info@durangowildsoul
Eight-Shields Mentee Training Program
Do you want training in the eight-shields/coyote mentoring philosophy? If so, we're planning to open up a special training opportunity for one or two individuals interested in being deeply mentored in the 8-shields method. The mentee will serve as a right-hand assistant to the program director and will have the opportunity to spend extended amounts of time deep-diving into the philosophy and learning how to effectively be a mentor themselves. There will be ample opportunity for growth, learning and applied experience in the field for all aspects of leading a program and mentoring youth. Participation could be for the school year or for the summer or some combination. In order for us all to get the most out of this relationship, we are asking for a minimum six-month commitment, and there will be a cost associated with the program. For more information, please submit an application and we will reach out to schedule a time to talk in more detail.
Cost: TBD
Hours: Any program hours/days are possible, in addition to training and meeting time
To Apply: Please submit the following form, along with a resume, cover letter and 3 references to: info@durangowildsoul
Cost: TBD
Hours: Any program hours/days are possible, in addition to training and meeting time
To Apply: Please submit the following form, along with a resume, cover letter and 3 references to: info@durangowildsoul
