Outdoor Education Coordinator

OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION COORDINATOR – for the 2026-27 Academic Year beginning August 1, 2026General Position SummaryCome join us! Alcuin School is looking for a full-time Outdoor Environmental Education Coordinator to join the Elementary faculty team. Learn more about this exciting role below:The Outdoor & Environmental Education Coordinator develops and implements methods to encourage and facilitate students’ physical, social, and emotional development and increase environmental awareness.JOB SCOPEWorks independently and has a high level of decision making in determining appropriate outdoor activities and environmental and curriculum to support the student learning.Essential FunctionsDevelops and implements Outdoor Education opportunities for Primary – 7th level students, including lessons in classrooms, on campus, and tripsEnsures all activities meet safety standards and regulations, thoroughly preparing for outdoor trips by developing comprehensive safety plans, contingency measures, and rain plans.Coordinates all logistical preparations, including chaperone training, roles and responsibilities, activity planning, and food plans, taking into consideration the needs and limitations of staff, chaperones, and students.Provides chaperones with a detailed trip plan well in advance.Ensures thorough preparation by collecting all required forms, including emergency release, medical, and permission forms, and confirms that teachers have all necessary documentation prior to each trip.Ensures all necessary materials and supplies are prepared and in place prior to each trip.Submits weekly lesson plans to the Director of Upper Elementary and the appropriate division director, as applicable, and maintains the same records digitally.Maintains a daily work schedule on Outlook Calendar and shares it with the Director of Upper Elementary.Maintains records of all communications with parents, teachers, and administration and keeps the Director of Upper Elementary informed in a timely manner.Communicates all events and outdoor lessons to the appropriate classroom teachers, specialty teachers, Division Directors, Student Support Team, and other relevant parties as necessary.Communicates any behavioral, emotional, or social concerns observed during lessons and trips to the appropriate teacher and Division Director, while always maintaining the confidentiality of each student.Actively creates opportunities and teaches Environmental Science to Primary – 6th level students at least once a month with each class.Responsible for planning and facilitating overnight trips that implement the Outdoor/Environmental Skills curriculum: Middle School outdoor adventure trip, Upper Elementary campouts, and 3rd level overnightCamp Tahatan-Organize and recruit camp counselors for a one-week adventure for Alcuin students onlySupervises children during outdoor activities and off-campus tripsReports all accidents/incidents at once. Completes Incident Reports and delivers copies of the same to the parents, the School Nurse, and the appropriate Division DirectorExcellent oral and written communication skillsAttend team meetings as necessary to communicate details about upcoming trips for the appropriate levelCollaborate with Program Directors, faculty, and other school personnel as needed or requestedKeeps Program Directors and parents abreast of any issues while on tripsMaintains relationships with area organizations to support the Outdoor/Environmental Skills curriculumDesigns activities to develop teamwork and problem-solving for studentsResearches new outdoor activities, community engagement opportunities, and camping sites; maintains and shares digital records with the Director of Upper Elementary.Supports the physical, social, and emotional development of studentsConducts regular safety checks of all outdoor equipment and maintains, tracks, and purchases camping equipment and other outdoor education materials.Maintains and regularly updates inventory of camping equipment and outdoor materials throughout the school year and conducts a full inventory review at the end of each school year.Administers the Outdoor and Environmental Education budget in collaboration with program directorsParticipates in a regular evaluation process, including classroom observations, self-evaluation, and annual goal settingStrives to exhibit the behavior described in the Alcuin Standards of Faculty ExcellenceCommunicates with parents, administrators, and student support staff concerning the emotional and physical well-being of studentsBecome familiar with the Montessori science curriculum for primary through 6th grade, and also 7th-grade scienceParticipates in parent education events like Learn How We Learn, Open Houses, and other events as requested by the Director of Upper ElementaryMarginal FunctionsCompletes bus driver training and drive students in an Alcuin school bus as requiredAttends school functions and meetings as outlined in the Employee Handbook, employment contract or as requiredTakes and/or assigns photography duties to volunteers and/or chaperons during tripsOther tasks as assigned by the Head of School, and the Director of Upper ElementaryRequiredKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTSAbility to provide documents verifying authorization to work in the U.S.Must pass Criminal Background Checks, Drug Testing, and Reference CheckA Bachelor’s Degree in the appropriate field of expertiseMinimum 2 years of experience in Outdoor and Environmental EducationDetail-oriented, with advanced organization, logistic, and planning skillsExperience working with children/young adults and with leading multi-day wilderness tripsAbility to work outdoors and participate in physical activities such as hiking, climbing, etc.Ability to interact and communicate appropriately and professionally with parents, students, and colleaguesThe ability to build and maintain positive relationshipsMust demonstrate and enthusiastically support the School’s MissionCompletes state-mandated bus driver training and drives an Alcuin bus on outings when requiredAttend field trips with classes as neededBe available to substitute when availablePreferredTexas Master Naturalist certification preferredCurrent Wilderness First Responder or EMT preferred (NOLS)PAY RANGEPay is based on experience and is competitive with Independent Schools in the Dallas, Texas, area.WORK SCHEDULESchedule: Generally, Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. There may be some evening or weekend work. Holidays, Spring Break off unless work is required for a projectWORK CONDITIONSWorks in standard office conditions and climatesWorks outdoors supervising children at carpool, on the playground, on outdoor field trips, and on multi-day wilderness trips or urban tripsAbout Alcuin SchoolAlcuin School, one of the largest accredited Montessori schools in the U. S., along with the International Baccalaureate Middle Years and Diploma Programs, provides an ideal learning environment that guides and nurtures the full development of the child from 18 months to 18 years of age.Alcuin School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including color, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees, and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.QUALIFIED CANDIDATES CAN SUBMIT A COVER PAGE AND RESUME TO:Nadya.Budhwani@alcuinschool.orgJob InformationJob CategoryEducation