Posting Details

Position Information Posting Number PG194415TM Position Number 11ASO3295 Position Type Temporary Essential Job Duties NC State University’s Betsy-Jeff Penn 4-H Center is seeking Outdoor Education Instructors for our fall program season beginning August 19, 2024 and ending November 22, 2024.

The Penn 4-H Center provides day and overnight programs to elementary, middle, and high school students on our 220 acres in Reidsville, NC.

Program staff Provide instruction for nearly 20 programs in environmental science and cultural history to elementary school students in the Environmental Education Program.

Topics include aquatic ecology, forest measurements, predator / prey relationships, wildlife habitats, pioneer living history, canoeing and much more.

Staff also facilitate team challenges and Low and High Ropes course elements with students in the Soaring Thru Spaces program.

A 2 week paid staff training is provided at the beginning of the season (tentatively Aug 19- 30) and as part of that there will also be a 3 day high ropes course training provided that staff are required to attend.

Please check us out at bjpenn4h.org to learn more about us.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age or older.

Internships may be available.

Flat rate of $425 / week along with a private room in the staff house and meals when working

Work Schedule :

Varies, but generally 5 day work weeks, some weekend work required. Long work days (8am-9pm) are sometimes required but no overnight supervisory duties in the cabins are required during our fall / spring school programming.

This is a seasonal position that ends in late November with opportunities for continued employment starting again in our spring school programs and summer camp.

A Private room in our staff house and meals when working are included during the duration of fall employment.

Questions regarding the position should be directed to Kyle Shillinglaw at ext.305 or by email to

Please Email Kyle at after applying to confirm your application has been received in the NCSU jobs system Is Time Limited No If Yes, Appointment Length Department Information Job City & State Reidsville,NC Department Betsy Jeff Penn 4H Center System Information Classification Title Temporary-Technical / Paraprofessional Working Title Temporary Outdoor Education Instructor - Reidsville, NC

Position Information

Requirements and Preferences Work Schedule 40 hours per week Other Work / Responsibilities

n / a

Minimum Experience / Education

High school diploma or equivalent

• Must enjoy working with youth
• Possess an interest in experiential education, enthusiasm for hard work, and a ton of patience

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

2 year degree in a related field OR 2 years of experience working with youth

Required License or Certification

Prior experience working in a camp setting

Valid NC Driver's License required? No Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment

Recruitment Details Anticipated Hiring Range $425 / wk Recruitment Dates Job Open Date 05 / 24 / 2024

Last updated : 2024-05-25