Instructor / Nature Mentor Assistant

Independant Contractor

Soaring Eagle Nature School

Location: Metro Vancouver (Vancouver, North Vancouver, Delta, Coquitlam)

Dates: September 1, 2026, to June 12, 2027 (Casual)

Hours: Casual- 7 to 8 hours per day

Compensation: $20-22/hour

About the Role

Each day brings something different - tracking animals, introducing new skills, or simply slowing down and being present outdoors with a group of curious learners.

This is a casual fall-to-spring position for an assistant instructor and mentor who wants their work to feel meaningful. You’ll assist with daily programming across Metro Vancouver, working with youth aged 4-18 in small groups that make real connection and mentorship possible.

Hours are part time when you’re scheduled, and scheduling is based on weekly enrollment across our four locations. The programs run September 7, 2026, to June 12, 2027.

What You’ll Do

- Assist in nature-based programming for youth aged 4-18, grouped by age (4-6, 7-12, 13-18)
- Assist in teaching naturalist and wilderness skills: wildlife tracking, plant ID, survival basics, navigation, knife safety, forest ecology, and more
- Run programs rain or shine
- Participate in daily debriefs to reflect on the day, flag incidents, and plan ahead
- Contribute to a team culture that’s playful, curious, and deeply caring

Schedule (Work Hours)

- Program runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m (Monthly Programs), and 10 a.m to 3 p.m (Weekly Programs + Monthly Teen Program)
- Instructors arrive either 1 Hour or 30 Min before, program dependent
- Prep time: 30 Min /1 Hour per program,



program dependent

What We’re Looking For

Required

- Minimum 1 year of experience in leading or assisting in education for children- ideally outdoor or nature-based, but not required
- Genuine passion for naturalist skills. You don’t need to know everything, but you need to love learning
- Experience working with youth aged 4-18
- Strong facilitation and communication skills with kids and with families
- Clear Criminal Record Check (required by hire date)

Nice to Have

- Diploma or Degree in education, environmental studies, or a related field
- Standard First Aid & CPR
- Child development training or expertise
- Wilderness First Aid
- Graduate of the Wilderness Awareness School Immersion Program, RDNA, or a similar program
- Access to a vehicle (camps run across Metro Vancouver)

What You’ll Gain

- The chance to assist in mentoring kids in a meaningful way- small groups, real skills, real time outdoors
- Gain experience in teaching nature-based education and eventually being a lead mentor

Compensation

- $20-22/hour based on experience, knowledge, certifications, and leadership responsibilities (for Lead Instructors)
- Paid bi-weekly

To ensure our team reflects the communities and youth we serve, Soaring Eagle Nature School prioritizes applications from people who identify as Indigenous, Black, People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, living with a disability, or from other equity-deserving communities. We encourage you to self-identify in your application. This information will only be shared with the hiring team.

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📌 Assistant Instructor/ Nature Mentor (Vancouver)
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