Position Summary:
Milton Academy seeks a Director for the H. Adams ‘32 Carter Outdoor Program, starting in fall 2025. This is ideally a full-time position that may include campus housing. The Director role is about ¾ of a full-time workload and can be combined with classroom teaching or other campus responsibilities.
Note: We will fill either the Full-Time or Part-Time Director role—not both. Full-time applicants will have priority. Part-time candidates can apply here.
Program Overview:
Founded in 1947, the Outdoor Program offers rock/ice climbing, hiking, backpacking, sea kayaking, canoeing, and more through after-school activities and trips during weekends and school breaks. Destinations range from local spots like the Blue Hills to trips in New Hampshire’s White Mountains and extended trips to Yosemite, Belize, and Costa Rica.
Role Responsibilities:
- Oversee all aspects of the Outdoor Program, including trip planning, risk management, and staff supervision
- Lead after-school activities, weekend trips, and extended outings during school breaks
- Serve as a faculty member, ideally teaching a subject like math, computer science, or natural sciences or contributing to other campus roles
Qualifications:
- AMGA Single Pitch Instructor and/or ACA paddling certification
- Current Wilderness First Aid (WFA) or Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification
- Experience leading wilderness trips, preferably with youth
- A passion for outdoor education and working with teenagers
Additional Involvement:
The role can be combined with classroom teaching or other part-time roles on campus (e.g., Facilities, Development). Faculty engagement in both academic and extracurricular life is highly valued at Milton Academy.
