Interim Head of Outdoor Education (13-Month Contract)
About the role
Position: Interim Head of Outdoor Education
Term/Status: Full-time, 13-month contract (sabbatical cover)
Contract Dates: December 2026 to mid-January 2028
Department: Outdoor Education
Reports To: Director of Learning
Salary: $77,411 to $126,155, plus Head of Department Stipend
Application Closing Date: May 26, 2026
Position Overview:
St. George’s School is seeking a dynamic leader for the interim role of Head of Outdoor Education to oversee the extensive outdoor education offerings at the School on a 13-month contract, covering for a sabbatical. These offerings include annual “Grade Programs” for all students in Grades 1 - 10, an intensive full-year integrated Grade 10 program (Discovery 10) and collaborating with a number of other school departments with outdoor offerings.
This full-time position is primarily administrative in nature with some field and school-based teaching responsibilities related to outdoor education. Ideal for a candidate with previous outdoor education or camp leadership experience, the responsibilities of this role are to organize and lead major grade trips and to provide administrative support for all aspects of the department. This individual works collaboratively with other full-time staff and coordinates part-time instructors to deliver a world-class outdoor education program that reflects the St. George’s School Mission and Vision. An important aspect of this role is the ability to objectively balance desired learning outcomes with associated risks.
The leadership role requires someone who demonstrates high EQ which encompasses self-awareness, self-management, social agility, empathy, impact and influence. In addition, having a foundational understanding of DEIJ work within a school context and helping to support students and faculty growth in this area is essential to all school leadership positions. In addition, this individual is a highly organized and motivated advocate for outdoor, environmental, and experiential education.
Key Responsibilities:
**Leadership **
- Be an advocate for the role of outdoor and environmental education experiences and skills broadly in the life of the school through curricular and extra-curricular initiatives that bring energy and a love of learning through outdoor and environmental experiences.
- Attend Head of Department meetings as required and act as a conduit of information to and from the department with respect to the strategic plan, instructional priorities, and school goals.
- Coordinate and motivate department cohesiveness.
Planning and Administration
- Facilitate planning, instruction, and assessment and provide the administrative support to manage outdoor education programs from inception to completion, including all of the logistical aspects.
- Develop and manage the departmental budget.
- Recruit and hire instructors and guides to support large programs.
- Provide logistical and administrative support for instructors while they are in the field.
- Develop and articulate clear standards and protocols for all outdoor education programs to ensure that best-practices and risk management concerns are adequately addressed.
- Ensure that the BC Ministry and SGS curriculum is implemented in courses that Outdoor Ed is responsible for; with current focus on Core Competencies, Literacy, Numeracy, and First People’s Principles.
- Work in tandem with department staff and cohort teachers to deliver Discovery 10; an integrated outdoor education program for Grade 10 students.
- Work with the Boarding team to oversee outdoor programs for boarding students.
- Manage the use, repair and ongoing replacement of an extensive collection of outdoor equipment.
Communication
- Communicate program information and risks to parents and other stakeholders.
- Respond to parent inquiries and work collaboratively with Student Resource, Personal Counselling, Residential Life and others with respect to student needs while participating in outdoor programming.
- Work with Admissions and Advancement to communicate the educational merits and successes of outdoor and environmental education within the School community.
Professional Development
- Participate in professional development opportunities to ensure that St. George’s remains at the forefront in outdoor and experiential education.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of five years of outdoor and environmental education leadership experience with youth from a variety of age levels.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities and strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a collaborative manner with all stakeholders of the school.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
- Proven ability in budgetary planning and financial management.
- Demonstrated organizational abilities with experience managing large-scale outdoor experiences and large staff teams.
- Experience in the area of risk management.
- Highly developed EQ skills in the following areas: Self-awareness, self-management, social agility, empathy, impact and influence, mastery of purpose and vision.
- Experience leading trips in remote areas with young adults/teens/children.
- Experience and qualifications in some or many self-propelled outdoor activities: canoeing, sea kayaking, hiking, rock climbing, snowshoeing, backcountry skiing.
Required Certifications (or capacity to earn by December):
- Advanced wilderness first aid (80+ hours).
- BC Class 2 or 4 driver’s license.
Preference for candidates who have:
- Experience with current teaching methodologies and implementing the BC curriculum within outdoor settings and in the classroom, with a particular focus on inquiry and experiential learning practices.
- Demonstrated and ongoing work in diversity, equity, inclusion and justice practices.
- Demonstrated interest in professional development, especially curriculum design and development.
- Experience with interviewing and hiring outdoor guides and instructors.
- Training or experience in teacher evaluation and development.
- Fluency in school communication platforms, including Canvas, Gradebook, Google products (Meet, Drive, etc.), Zoom.
- Experience with the operation of buses and vehicles with trailers.
- Familiarity with backcountry experiences in southwest BC.
- Familiarity or experience with summer/overnight camps in southwest BC.
Application Process:
Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to: careers@stgeorges.bc.ca.
Why Join Us:
Are you passionate about education? Are you looking for opportunities to join
an engaging community who cares about their students’ learning and each other?
St. George’s School is looking for passionate and dynamic educators who
believe that students are our future and who want to inspire them to be the
best they can be. If this resonates with you, then we want to hear from you!
For almost 100 years, St. George’s School has provided world-class education for thousands of young men. What sets us apart is our community of 270 talented colleagues united by a common goal: “Building fine young men. One boy at a time.”
At St. George’s, you will be challenged, encouraged, and supported to help students find their passions, pursue excellence in all their endeavours, and develop character aligned with our Core Values: Empathy, Humility, Integrity, Respect, and Resilience.
In order to provide the best possible learning environment for our diverse, multicultural student population, St. George's actively seeks to recruit staff from groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in independent and international schools. BIPoC and 2SLGBTQIA+ people and those with disabilities are warmly encouraged to apply, and invited to reach out for more information about our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging.
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Posted On
May 12, 2026 01:34 PM PST/PDT
Closing Date & Time
May 26, 2026 11:30 PM PST/PDT
Openings
1
Job Type
Full Time, Contract/Term
Job Category
Teachers, Principals & Superintendents
Job Open To
Support Staff, Management & Professionals
City
Vancouver
School/Location
St. George's School
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Salary
$77,411 to $126,155, plus Head of Department Stipend
Employment Start Date
December 07, 2026
End Date
01/14/2028
FTE
1.00
Mandatory Document
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Apply
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Make a Future is the official job board for K-12 education careers in British Columbia, created through a partnership involving BC's Ministry of Education and Child Care, public school boards, First Nations, and independent schools. The platform aims to connect passionate educators, leaders, and support staff with job opportunities in BC schools.
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Interim Head of Outdoor Education (13-Month Contract)
About the role
Position: Interim Head of Outdoor Education
Term/Status: Full-time, 13-month contract (sabbatical cover)
Contract Dates: December 2026 to mid-January 2028
Department: Outdoor Education
Reports To: Director of Learning
Salary: $77,411 to $126,155, plus Head of Department Stipend
Application Closing Date: May 26, 2026
Position Overview:
St. George’s School is seeking a dynamic leader for the interim role of Head of Outdoor Education to oversee the extensive outdoor education offerings at the School on a 13-month contract, covering for a sabbatical. These offerings include annual “Grade Programs” for all students in Grades 1 - 10, an intensive full-year integrated Grade 10 program (Discovery 10) and collaborating with a number of other school departments with outdoor offerings.
This full-time position is primarily administrative in nature with some field and school-based teaching responsibilities related to outdoor education. Ideal for a candidate with previous outdoor education or camp leadership experience, the responsibilities of this role are to organize and lead major grade trips and to provide administrative support for all aspects of the department. This individual works collaboratively with other full-time staff and coordinates part-time instructors to deliver a world-class outdoor education program that reflects the St. George’s School Mission and Vision. An important aspect of this role is the ability to objectively balance desired learning outcomes with associated risks.
The leadership role requires someone who demonstrates high EQ which encompasses self-awareness, self-management, social agility, empathy, impact and influence. In addition, having a foundational understanding of DEIJ work within a school context and helping to support students and faculty growth in this area is essential to all school leadership positions. In addition, this individual is a highly organized and motivated advocate for outdoor, environmental, and experiential education.
Key Responsibilities:
**Leadership **
- Be an advocate for the role of outdoor and environmental education experiences and skills broadly in the life of the school through curricular and extra-curricular initiatives that bring energy and a love of learning through outdoor and environmental experiences.
- Attend Head of Department meetings as required and act as a conduit of information to and from the department with respect to the strategic plan, instructional priorities, and school goals.
- Coordinate and motivate department cohesiveness.
Planning and Administration
- Facilitate planning, instruction, and assessment and provide the administrative support to manage outdoor education programs from inception to completion, including all of the logistical aspects.
- Develop and manage the departmental budget.
- Recruit and hire instructors and guides to support large programs.
- Provide logistical and administrative support for instructors while they are in the field.
- Develop and articulate clear standards and protocols for all outdoor education programs to ensure that best-practices and risk management concerns are adequately addressed.
- Ensure that the BC Ministry and SGS curriculum is implemented in courses that Outdoor Ed is responsible for; with current focus on Core Competencies, Literacy, Numeracy, and First People’s Principles.
- Work in tandem with department staff and cohort teachers to deliver Discovery 10; an integrated outdoor education program for Grade 10 students.
- Work with the Boarding team to oversee outdoor programs for boarding students.
- Manage the use, repair and ongoing replacement of an extensive collection of outdoor equipment.
Communication
- Communicate program information and risks to parents and other stakeholders.
- Respond to parent inquiries and work collaboratively with Student Resource, Personal Counselling, Residential Life and others with respect to student needs while participating in outdoor programming.
- Work with Admissions and Advancement to communicate the educational merits and successes of outdoor and environmental education within the School community.
Professional Development
- Participate in professional development opportunities to ensure that St. George’s remains at the forefront in outdoor and experiential education.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of five years of outdoor and environmental education leadership experience with youth from a variety of age levels.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities and strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a collaborative manner with all stakeholders of the school.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
- Proven ability in budgetary planning and financial management.
- Demonstrated organizational abilities with experience managing large-scale outdoor experiences and large staff teams.
- Experience in the area of risk management.
- Highly developed EQ skills in the following areas: Self-awareness, self-management, social agility, empathy, impact and influence, mastery of purpose and vision.
- Experience leading trips in remote areas with young adults/teens/children.
- Experience and qualifications in some or many self-propelled outdoor activities: canoeing, sea kayaking, hiking, rock climbing, snowshoeing, backcountry skiing.
Required Certifications (or capacity to earn by December):
- Advanced wilderness first aid (80+ hours).
- BC Class 2 or 4 driver’s license.
Preference for candidates who have:
- Experience with current teaching methodologies and implementing the BC curriculum within outdoor settings and in the classroom, with a particular focus on inquiry and experiential learning practices.
- Demonstrated and ongoing work in diversity, equity, inclusion and justice practices.
- Demonstrated interest in professional development, especially curriculum design and development.
- Experience with interviewing and hiring outdoor guides and instructors.
- Training or experience in teacher evaluation and development.
- Fluency in school communication platforms, including Canvas, Gradebook, Google products (Meet, Drive, etc.), Zoom.
- Experience with the operation of buses and vehicles with trailers.
- Familiarity with backcountry experiences in southwest BC.
- Familiarity or experience with summer/overnight camps in southwest BC.
Application Process:
Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to: careers@stgeorges.bc.ca.
Why Join Us:
Are you passionate about education? Are you looking for opportunities to join
an engaging community who cares about their students’ learning and each other?
St. George’s School is looking for passionate and dynamic educators who
believe that students are our future and who want to inspire them to be the
best they can be. If this resonates with you, then we want to hear from you!
For almost 100 years, St. George’s School has provided world-class education for thousands of young men. What sets us apart is our community of 270 talented colleagues united by a common goal: “Building fine young men. One boy at a time.”
At St. George’s, you will be challenged, encouraged, and supported to help students find their passions, pursue excellence in all their endeavours, and develop character aligned with our Core Values: Empathy, Humility, Integrity, Respect, and Resilience.
In order to provide the best possible learning environment for our diverse, multicultural student population, St. George's actively seeks to recruit staff from groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in independent and international schools. BIPoC and 2SLGBTQIA+ people and those with disabilities are warmly encouraged to apply, and invited to reach out for more information about our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging.
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Posted On
May 12, 2026 01:34 PM PST/PDT
Closing Date & Time
May 26, 2026 11:30 PM PST/PDT
Openings
1
Job Type
Full Time, Contract/Term
Job Category
Teachers, Principals & Superintendents
Job Open To
Support Staff, Management & Professionals
City
Vancouver
School/Location
St. George's School
+ Show more
Salary
$77,411 to $126,155, plus Head of Department Stipend
Employment Start Date
December 07, 2026
End Date
01/14/2028
FTE
1.00
Mandatory Document
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Apply
Not the right fit? Search for Interim Head of Outdoor Education jobs in Vancouver, BC
About BC Public Schools
Make a Future is the official job board for K-12 education careers in British Columbia, created through a partnership involving BC's Ministry of Education and Child Care, public school boards, First Nations, and independent schools. The platform aims to connect passionate educators, leaders, and support staff with job opportunities in BC schools.