Program Director

Echo Hill Outdoor School is seeking a dedicated and organized Program Director to lead the scheduling, planning, and execution of our educational programs. The Program Director will be responsible for ensuring a seamless experience for visiting schools, customizing curricula to fit client needs, managing the program staff, helping oversee daily operations, and maintaining high standards of program quality. This role is ideal for an individual passionate about outdoor education, environmental stewardship, and fostering youth engagement with nature.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with schools and groups to schedule educational visits, maintaining a master schedule of all programs to ensure each school/group’s needs are met.
• Collaborate with school coordinators to tailor curricula that align with each group’s educational goals.
• Recruit, train, and supervise program staff, including educators and interns.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented culture and provide ongoing support and professional development for staff.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of all programs, ensuring safety, quality, and smooth logistics, with daily check-ins with program staff and visiting faculty/chaperones.
• Manage daily program schedule
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of programs, making adjustments as needed to maintain high standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Environmental Studies, Outdoor Education, Leadership or a related field.
• Master’s degree and/or teacher certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in program administration and management, preferably in an outdoor or educational setting.
• Proven ability to work effectively with schools, educational administrators, and group organizers.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of outdoor safety standards and best practices.
• Passionate about environmental education and working with young people.

Benefits

• Major medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans available.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days, no rollover.
• Professional training and development provided.
• 403(b) plans available