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Do you want to help us make common sense common again?

Are you ready to be a part one of the most unconventional yet effective teams in outdoor education and beyond? Trackers Earth is looking for adventurous and resourceful people to join our School Year or Summer Camp education team. We need resilient and gritty individuals who thrive in outdoor environments by demonstrating exceptional strength, perseverance, and problem-solving abilities. We value candidates who can lead with charisma and strategic insight, capable of inspiring both team members and campers alike. If you're skilled, adaptable, and looking to go beyond just a run-of-the-mill 9-to-5 job, we want to hear from you!

About Trackers

We help children feel like that group of kids wandering country backyards 50 years ago: independent, tired, muddy, wet, and happy from the woods and wild. Through our many years in education, we are acutely aware of the real hazards of the outdoors. We work to keep kids safe but not encapsulated from, nor phobic of what is wild. We believe children need to develop ever increasing independence, competency, and capacity in nature—not only for their own connection and fulfillment but also to contribute to their families, future generations, and the more-than-human world. We believe it is okay to be thirsty at times, cold at times, and wet at times. This builds empathy and care for the gifts of life, fostering true adventure and genuine accomplishment. We also believe it is critical for children to feel supported and cared for as they explore their passion for service and responsibility. And through a healthy life found in nature connection, they can test their limits and discover the great potential of the often untapped physical grit and emotional resilience they possess.



Skills We Teach

  • Bushcraft Skills: Stealth, camouflage, field archery, bushcraft & wilderness survival.
  • Mariner Skills: Fishing, boating, crawfishing, river running & navigation.
  • Homesteading Skills: Farming, woodworking, wild plants & blacksmithing.
  • Strategic Skills: Animal Tracking, paintball, role-playing games & strategic thinking.
  • Leadership Skills: Leadership & service that incorporates principles of Stoicism from the Hellenistic philosophical tradition.

Why Join Us?

  • Develop and hone your leadership and outdoor skills in a challenging and rewarding environment.
  • Be part of our A-Team that values strength, perseverance, and creativity in creating extraordinary outdoor experiences.
  • Receive competitive compensation working in an adventurous, action-packed environment.
  • Greatly impact the lives of children, families & community by fostering care for nature, adventure & resilience.

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Responsibilities

As a guide with Trackers Earth, you play a pivotal role in shaping the experiences of our campers. Every task you undertake contributes to creating a safe, engaging, and enriching environment for our young adventurers.

  • Strategic Leadership with Grit: Lead groups of campers from Grade K to 12 with confidence and focus. Demonstrate determination and grit, particularly when facing unexpected challenges.
  • Resourcefulness, Charm & Resilience: Represent Trackers Earth to guardians, campers, and the public with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Show resilience by overcoming obstacles and quickly recovering from setbacks.
  • Technical Proficiency & Problem-Solving: Manage outdoor activities and gear with care, ensuring proper maintenance and cleanliness. Quick thinking and adaptability are essential for resolving operational and technical challenges.
  • Creative & Resilient Problem-Solving: Bring creativity, energy, and an unyielding spirit to our team to ensure dynamic, quality adventures experiences for youth.
  • Engaging Communication & Education: Inspire and educate campers with strength and compassion. Teach a wide range of topics, from environmental stewardship to bushcraft skills, ensuring lessons are fun, impactful, and tailored for all age groups.

Qualifications

Guiding with Trackers requires a unique combination of physical endurance, mental agility, specialized skills, and a passion for youth education in dynamic environments.

  • Situational Awareness & Strategic Problem-Solving: Thrive in roles that demand quick decision-making and adaptability, such as coordinating emergency responses or leading expeditions in unpredictable conditions.
  • Capable in Intensive, Unpredictable Environments: Maintain focus and bring order to chaos through creative solutions. These skills are often honed in settings like military service or fast-paced industries.
  • Readiness for Action: Meet the physical demands of rugged wilderness and urban environments. This may involve walking 10K–20K steps in varying weather conditions. Experience in athletics or outdoor guiding is highly beneficial.
  • Specialized Skills: Enhance our programs with unique expertise, whether in archaeology, tactical knowledge, or niche talents like sled dog racing. Your skills enrich the Trackers experience.
  • Ability to Work with All Ages: Engage and educate youth from Kindergarten to High School, tailoring communication and activities to suit different age groups. Experience in teaching or related fields is highly valued.

Educator Roles

Trackers Earth offers a variety of educator employment opportunities, including seasonal, part-time year-round, and full-time year-round roles.
We encourage candidates to apply for any and all positions that match their availability and interest, as roles are limited and competitive.

All applicants must be able to report to work at one of our Oregon locations, including Portland and Sandy.
Be certain to indicate your availability and role preferences when applying.

Guide (Educator)
mentoring-program

Seasonal or Part-Time School Year

Mentor kids ages 5–17 in hands-on skills. Make fire, stealth in the forest, carve, and help them mnow what they’re truly capable of.

  • Pay: $17.50–$22/hr (Fall 2025 start)
  • Cert Pay Bumps: WFA, CDL & more
  • Seasons: Summer, Fall - Spring
  • Locations: Portland & Sandy, OR

Must be 18+ years old (21+ for CDL). This is a summary—see the following link for full pay details and complete job description.

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Coordinator Guide (Manager)
RockClimbingGroup6

Full-Time Year-Round or Seasonal

Coordinate and mentor staff and youth. Help craft fire, make plans, track animals, and guide teams to connect with nature.

  • Pay: $684–$858/week (Fall–Spring), $840–$1056/week (Summer)
  • Cert Pay Bumps: WFR, CDL & more
  • Locations: Portland & Sandy, OR

Must be 18+ years old (21+ for CDL). This is a summary—see the following link for full pay details and complete job description.

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Specialist (Mentor)
Fishing - Adult - Slide

This role is for highly experienced practitioners specializing in specific skills such as handcrafts, fishing, rock climbing, kayaking, or bushcraft.

Details
  • Compensation: $20.50 - $21.50 per hour
  • 3+ years high level work experience & education in specific specialty skills.
  • Training - Year 1: Jun 7 - 8 or Jun 9 - 10
  • Training - All Staff: Jun 11 - 13
  • Teaching Jun 14 - Aug 22 (Mon - Fri)

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Please note: all required dates are mandatory. If you cannot make the full summer commitment, consider our Flexible Substitute role. Guide staff have the option to take a week off from June 30 to July 4.

Locations

Educators are not assigned to a fixed worksite. You must be able to report to any of our locations in Portland (NE, SE, W) or Sandy, OR.

Training

Training includes both pre-reading and in-person workshops. Please note: training is paid at minimum wage. After training, the regular pay rate applies.

Flexible Substitute

Can't commit to the entire summer? Choose Flexible Substitute when applying. We can call you to serve as a Guide Educator based on weekly or daily needs.

Camp Jobs - Application

Before completing our seasonal employment application, please ensure that you can attend all required training dates and meet the qualifications for the role.

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