Program Leader with Rustic Pathways

Rustic Pathways is a student travel organization that offers the world's finest experiential education, community service, foreign language, and adventure programs. 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 a strong emphasis on the protection, safety, and well-being of our students and staff. We empower students through innovative and responsible travel experiences to positively impact lives and communities around the world. 

The Position: Program Leader at Rustic Pathways

Your primary responsibility is the care and well-being of our students while they travel. You are a primary responder in all escalated situations, incidents, and emergencies. In partnership with your local co-leader, you’ll collaborate to create a safe and successful program experience for all Rustic Pathways students. You’ll work directly with local leaders, community partners, activity operators, and Rustic Pathways managers. You are a liaison between the program experience and all stakeholders, providing trip updates and managing communication with parents and the global Rustic Pathways team. Expect to spend long days in some of the most welcoming communities on the planet. Community service professionals, globally conscious travelers, and youth development facilitators are encouraged to apply.

If you are interested and haven't done so already, please apply online now! We are looking forward to the upcoming summer and hope that you will join us too!

Please click here to review and apply for the Summer 2022 Program Leader position.