Join Our Team

We Are Hiring!

Would you like to join the Heartwood team? We are always looking for passionate nature educators! If you are interested in teaching at Heartwood, fill out an application and we will get back to you if you are a good fit for one of our current positions.

Current open positions:

Summer Camp Counselors
Substitute Teachers
2021-2022 Nature Program Teachers

Substitute Teacher

If you enjoy being around children and consider yourself an all-weather outdoor enthusiast, we'd be honored to have you apply.

The lead teacher will let you know throughout the day how to best support the class, but for the most part, your role will include:

keeping an eye on the children and the surroundings (counting, watching boundaries, checking for hazards)
supporting their exploration and discovery
helping with bathroom breaks
ensuring that the class stays together during hikes
assisting the teacher in lessons, projects and games
helping to set up and take down the class space and materials
modeling a positive and inquisitive attitude
modeling a positive attitude about the weather rain and shine

Let us know if you have any questions or need to borrow any gear. We have adult rain jackets and pants. Thank you for your help!

To apply, fill out the application below or email us at:

Pay: This is a 1099 position paid at $20.00 per hour

Days: Monday-Friday, though any availability is welcome!

Hours: Between 10:45am-3:15pm

Occasional work

Teacher Application

2021-2022

Nature Program Teachers

We are seeking program teachers to co-teach weekly classes 2 to 5 days per week in our 10-month nature programs. Heartwood provides opportunities for children and families to learn through direct experience, while hiking, playing and exploring at beautiful Saint Edward State Park in Kenmore, WA. Our teachers act as mentors, role models, and guides for the children as they spark engagement, create connections, and learn alongside the children each day. There is also an option for summer camp work if this interests you!

Pay: start $20+ per hour, depending upon experience

Days Available: Monday-Friday, depending upon your availability

Hours: Depending on class

10-month contract required

Teacher Application

“When one tugs at a single thing in nature, he finds it attached to the rest of the world." -John Muir

2021

Summer Camp Counselor

For Summer 2021 Heartwood offers 6 weeks of 100% outside day camp. We are looking for candidates who love being outside and are energized working with children. Camp Counselors are the heart of our summers! They set the tone for a fun, safe and joyful camp experience. Each day our camp includes themed activities, yoga, mindfulness, crafts, field games, and hiking.

Heartwood is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all employees and participants. Our equal opportunity policy reflects our commitment to ensure equality and promote diversity in the workplace and applies to program participants including employees, contractors, participants and the parents/guardians of participants. We use staff and participants' preferred pronouns. The policy’s objective is to prevent and, if necessary, remedy discrimination or harassment experienced by a program participant on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, political beliefs or military status in any of its activities or operations.

Responsibilities:

Bring a positive attitude to camp each day
Respectfully engage with the campers’ parents at arrival and departure, gathering necessary information and relaying experiences of the day
Work respectfully and cooperatively with camp staff and help out where needed
Lead cohort of up to 10 children and ensure a fun and safe camp experience based on connection and shared time together
Lead themed activities, field games, crafts, and lesson plans
Engage children in exploring and playing in nature
Supervise children while playing in and out of water
Participant in all camp activities
Attend staff training and meetings
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Positive attitude and a sense of humor
Enthusiastic, reliable, creative and flexible
Comfortable leading groups of 10 children
All qualified applicants 18 and older must pass a criminal background check.
First Aid, CPR & AED certification, or willingness to obtain
Love and prior experience working with children
Enjoys working and being outside in all types of weather
Strong team player
Ability to communicate effectively with participants, parents and staff
Possess good risk assessment

Committed to keeping participants safe
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

Pay: start $17+ per hour, depending upon experience

Must be able to work at least 2 weeks of summer camp

Dates: 7/5/21 - 8/13/21

Hours: Either 8:00am-1pm or 8am-4pm

Summer Camp Counselor Application