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Co Director of Outdoor Education Long Term Substitute

@ Chadwick School
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Palos Verdes Peninsula, California, United States
$9k-$10k/moOnsiteAll Commitments Available
Responsibilities:design curriculum, lead trips, supervise staff
Requirements Summary:Bachelor’s degree; 5+ years of experience in outdoor education; Wilderness First Responder and CPR certification; valid driver’s license with clean record; experience with middle/high school students; strong organizational and communication skills.
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Co-Director of Outdoor Education (Long Term Substitute)



Position Title: Co-Director of Outdoor Education

Reports to: Assistant Head of School

Supervises: Outdoor Education Instructors & Logisticians

Collaborates With: Co-Director of Outdoor Education, Division Directors, Director of Risk Management, Faculty, and Student Support Teams

Supports: Instructors, Students, and Families






POSITION SUMMARY



The Co-Director of Outdoor Education is responsible for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of Chadwick’s K–12 Outdoor Education program. Grades K–6 courses are delivered through partner organizations and faculty chaperones.  Outdoor education courses for grades 7–12 courses are run in-house with our part-time Outdoor Education faculty.



This is a community-facing role that requires strong collaboration across the school and active engagement with students and families. The Co-Director shares responsibility for curriculum, program management, staff supervision, risk management, and budgeting.



This role requires attendance at 7-12th-grade overnight Outdoor Education courses, several 3-6th-grade overnight courses, several K-2 day trips, and the ability to be fully present in the field for extended periods.






RESPONSIBILITIES



I. Curriculum & Program Development




  • Design and evaluate Outdoor Education curriculum aligned with school mission, core values, and core competencies

  • Design and evaluate our K-12 OE curriculum progression

  • Provide curriculum resources to our instructors to support our K-12 OE curriculum progression

  • Partner with faculty, advisors, and student support teams to prepare students and support reflection and growth

  • Advance diversity, equity, and inclusion within the program



II. Program Management




  • Schedule annual calendar, logistics, and communication for all courses

  • Design, anticipate, and manage risk for outdoor education programs

  • Prepare and lead instructor staff preparation days and debrief days

  • Maintain student participation records and program documentation

  • Coordinate closely with division leadership, deans, and other departments on student needs and program planning

  • Contribute to reports, communications, and program visibility



III. Field Course Leadership & Oversight




  • Plan and manage Outdoor Education courses (grades 7–12), including logistics, staffing, itineraries, transportation, and permits

  • Attend and support all overnight courses; provide leadership to instructors in the field and ensure program quality and consistency

  • Be available on call for all field courses.

  • Supervise instructors, design course documentation, review course documentation and oversee equipment and supplies

  • Serve as a key point of support for instructors and parent communication during courses



IV. K–6 Program Partnerships




  • Attend and observe several K-6 programs

  • Ensure alignment with Chadwick’s educational goals and risk standards

  • Provide feedback to K-6 division heads about the curriculum progression and risk management standards



V. Program Evaluation & Growth




  • Assess program effectiveness and implement improvements

  • Gather and analyze feedback from students, staff, and families

  • Support strategic planning

  • Maintain accreditation standards



VI. Budget Management




  • Develop and oversee the annual program budget

  • Monitor expenses related to courses, staffing, equipment, and logistics



VII. Staff Supervision & Development




  • Recruit, hire, train, and supervise Outdoor Education staff

  • Support professional development and foster a collaborative team culture



VIII. Risk Management




  • Oversee program safety, compliance, and risk protocols

  • Review student health, behavioral, and developmental information

  • Maintain certifications, documentation, and emergency procedures

  • Serve as on-call support during courses



IX. Community Engagement & Communication




  • Serve as a visible and accessible leader of the Outdoor Education program on campus

  • Build strong relationships with students, faculty, advisors, athletics, and school departments

  • Communicate regularly with families through meetings, emails, and events

  • Participate in school events, orientations, and community gatherings, including informal and social settings

  • Be available for in-person meetings with students, families, and colleagues

  • Support student participation and alternative programming when needed