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Come Join Our Team! 

​​​Nature Guide (Children’s Enrichment Programs)

Contract Type: Independent Contractor (1099)
Location: Northern New York
 

About Deer River Wildground

Deer River Wildground is a place where childhood runs free. We believe nature is not just a setting — it’s a teacher, healer, and guide. Our programs weave together outdoor play, connection, and social-emotional growth for children and families. 

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Position Overview

We are seeking Nature Guides to lead seasonal enrichment programs for young children in a forest-school-inspired setting in Northern New York.

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This is a fee-for-service 1099 contractor position, ideal for early childhood educators, outdoor leaders, homeschool parents, and others passionate about child-led learning, nature connection, and social-emotional growth.

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What You’ll Do

  • Facilitate nature-based enrichment sessions (e.g., forest playgroups, nature explorers, sensory play)

  • Welcome families with warmth, presence, and a spirit of inclusion

  • Encourage curiosity, creativity, and regulation through outdoor play

  • Maintain a safe, inclusive, and child-led environment

  • Help care for tools, materials, and the outdoor space as needed

  • Communicate clearly with families and collaborate with our small, dedicated team
     

Who You Are

  • Warm, grounded, and deeply respectful of children

  • Experienced with young children in early education, outdoor learning, parenting, or caregiving roles

  • Passionate about nature, play, and holistic child development

  • A steady, calm presence and strong communicator

  • Reliable, independent, and aligned with Wildground’s mission and values

  • Committed to safety, equity, and creating inclusive spaces for all families
     

Compensation & Flexibility

  • Independent contractor (1099)

  • Flexible, seasonal schedule based on your availability

  • Outdoor-based position in a beautiful, enriching environment

  • Opportunity to grow with a mission-driven and child-centered program
     

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re ready to help reclaim childhood, connect kids with nature, and support their emotional growth through play — we’d love to hear from you!
 

👉 To apply, email a resume or summary of your experience and a short statement of interest to deerriverwildground@gmail.com

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