Rustic Pathways is a student travel organisation that offers the world's finest experiential education, community service, cultural immersion and adventure travel programs. We empower students through innovative and responsible travel experiences to positively impact lives and communities around the world. Our destinations stretch from the white-sand beaches of Fiji to the rainforest canopies of Costa Rica; the high Atlas mountains to the Great Barrier Reef; and many places in between. We provide superior quality travel and service in some of the most welcoming countries for students around the world. Rustic Pathways demands professionalism and integrity across all of our operations, insists on quality in all aspects of our programs, and places strong emphasis on the protection, safety, and well-being of our students and staff.
Rustic Pathways is currently hiring Program Leaders in Australia to lead school group programs in 2021.
The Position
As a Program Leader, you are ultimately responsible for ensuring a life-shaping experience for our students on every program. This entails keeping students safe; following the program itinerary; providing appropriate supervision; implementing Rustic Pathways’ core learning values and framework; and creating a positive work environment for other staff members. You have the opportunity and great responsibility to engage with amazing communities and change the lives of youth across Australia.
Your primary responsibility is the care and wellbeing of our students while they travel. You are a primary responder in all escalated situations, incidents and emergencies. In partnership with your co-leaders, you’ll collaborate to create a safe and successful program experience for all Rustic Pathways students. You’ll work directly with local staff, community partners, activity operators and Rustic Pathways managers. Expect to spend long days in some of the most exciting destinations in Australia.
Community service professionals, globally-conscious travellers, outdoor educators, logistics lovers, teachers and youth development facilitators are encouraged to apply. Rustic Pathways is committed to increasing diversity in our staff and recognises the benefit of having a diverse, inclusive work environment. We believe in the value of diverse perspectives and experiences represented in our leaders.
Must be safety-oriented with a passion for experiential education. The position requires a lot of physical and emotional stamina.
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