What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outdoor Educator & Administrative Assistant position at Sprouts Nature School?
Job Title: Outdoor Educator & Administrative Assistant
Location: Madison, WI
Organization: Sprouts Nature School
Position Type: Part-Time
Start Date: Immediately
Compensation: $22-24/hour
About Sprouts Nature School
Sprouts Nature School is a nature-based program for children ages 4 to 12, rooted in play, exploration, and hands-on learning in the outdoors. We believe children thrive when given the freedom to learn through experience in a natural setting. Our mission is to inspire curiosity, foster resilience, and build a deep, lasting connection to the Earth.
Sprouts Nature School is looking for a dependable, organized, and enthusiastic person to join our small team in a combined outdoor education and administrative role.
This position is a good fit for someone who loves working with children but also enjoys organization, writing, communication, and helping a small business run smoothly.
Position Responsibilities
- Lead and assist with outdoor programs for children ages 4–12, including homeschool programs, after-school programs, No-School Days, and summer camps
- Supervise children safely in parks, natural areas, on hikes, and during field trips
- Lead activities such as hiking, nature exploration, outdoor cooking, gardening, art, games, science activities, and outdoor skills
- Help manage transitions, behavior, group dynamics, and safety
- Communicate warmly and professionally with children, families, and other teachers
- Assist with school pickups and transportation for after-school programs when scheduled
- Help prepare, organize, and transport program supplies
Administrative Support
Depending on experience and interest, administrative work may include:
- Responding to routine parent inquiries and helping with family communication
- Organizing registrations and enrollment information
- Preparing invoices and tracking payments
- Maintaining spreadsheets and program records
- Updating schedules, rosters, forms, and program documents
- Helping organize staff information and paperwork
- Researching grant opportunities and assisting with grant applications
- Drafting newsletters, program announcements, and other communications
- Helping organize supplies, receipts, reimbursements, and mileage records
- Assisting with social media or outreach when needed
- Other administrative projects that help Sprouts operate and grow
Schedule
This is a part-time position with a combination of scheduled program hours and flexible administrative hours.
After-school programming generally takes place on weekday afternoons, while homeschool programming takes place during the school day on Mondays. Some administrative work can be completed on a flexible schedule.
There may also be opportunities for additional hours during No-School Days, school breaks, and summer camps.
Compensation
$22–$24 per hour, depending on experience, responsibilities, and qualifications.
Hours and responsibilities may grow over time based on availability, reliability, and the needs of the program.
Transportation & Safety Requirements
For positions that include transportation, applicants must have:
- A valid driver's license
- A reliable vehicle
- A safe driving record
- Auto insurance that permits the required work-related use of the vehicle
- Comfort transporting children as part of scheduled Sprouts programming
All Sprouts educators are required to maintain current CPR/First Aid certification, including emergency epinephrine administration training.
We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys being part of a small, growing program and wants to contribute both directly with children and behind the scenes.
Start Date: Immediately
- Hours: 10-15 hours per week
- Availability: Between 9:00 AM and 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday
- Specific schedule will be based on staffing needs and your availability.
- Afternoons starting at 2:30 are our busiest times
Qualifications
- Experience working with children, ideally in outdoor or experiential education settings
- Passion for child-led, nature-based learning
- Comfortable working outside in all weather conditions
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Preferred:
- A degree in Education, Environmental Education, Outdoor Leadership, or a related field
- Experience in administration, communications, or grant writing
To Apply
Please email your resume and a cover letter explaining why you’re a good fit for this role to ilsa@sproutsnatureschool.com
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $24