Learn with Dragonfly: Pulling together on every challenge. Taking classroom learning into the world outside. Making a difference to lives across Asia.

Dragonfly field staff come from all corners of the globe and bring a wealth of cultural backgrounds and experiences to the team.

Developing People: Students, Families & Professionals! With exciting outdoor adventure programs offered in China and Hong Kong, Dragonfly leads outdoor experiential education courses that integrate critical life skills to create positive change. Courses take place in dozens of locations, from the beaches and mountains within Hong Kong to the rivers and villages in the south and west of China. Students will learn how to collaborate effectively, demonstrate caring and concern for others, establish positive relationships, make responsible decisions, and handle challenging situations constructively.

Each program builds skills, encourages teamwork, and broadens the horizons of primary and secondary students. Course duration depends on the type of program and age of the participants, but most commonly is one-week long. Programs frequently take place in a residential camp and at tented campsites and focus on:

• Adventure: Kayaking, rock climbing, SUP, coasteering, biking, camping, and hiking
• Culture: Cooking, Chinese fan painting, aquaculture, cormorant fishing, and heritage sites
• Service: Farming, service projects, environmental awareness, and teaching in local schools (Dragonfly Non-Profit is a registered charity and manages all of Dragonfly’s service projects. 100% of all contributions go directly to community-based initiatives.)

Instructor Overview

Instructors must have an appropriate blend of technical outdoors skills, teaching skills and interpersonal skills to be successful in this position.

Positions filled for 2024 — currently not accepting applications.

Instructors lead courses that combine technical activities (such as rock climbing, abseiling, sea kayaking, biking, canyoneering, camping, snorkeling, and rafting) and non-technical activities (including team building, camp craft, nature walks, and service). Staff must have a blend of outdoor, teaching, and interpersonal skills to be successful in this position. Instructors are responsible for the safety of all participants and the educational experience on all programs.

Main Responsibilities
• Lead groups safely and always attend to participant well-being.
• Lead activities according to Dragonfly lessons and training.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, good judgment, open communication, and risk management skills.
• Support course logistical needs and equipment management before and after courses.

Time Commitment
Initial contracts with Dragonfly are for two seasons (February to April and September to November). After completion of the first contract, seasonal commitments become available. Though not guaranteed, there may be additional work opportunities available during summer months.

Playground

A world of discovery!

A World of Discovery!
From the dramatic rock formations and caves Yangshuo in southern China to the coastal environments of Hong Kong, Dragonfly provides outdoor and experiential learning at its best. There is a great deal of diversity in each area, taking in a multitude of outdoor locations.

Dragonfly operates out of two main areas:
In China, Dragonfly is based in Yangshuo and run courses in several other southern China locations. In Hong Kong, there are two bases, one each in the rural and country park areas of Sai Kung and Lantau Island. Courses are also run on a less frequent basis in Japan, Thailand, Nepal, Indonesia, and Malaysia.

Perks & Rewards

A world of Discovery!

Benefits include:
• Training in every outdoor skill required to be a successful Instructor
• 20,000-22,000 HKD/month (approximately $2,500-$2,800 USD month) depending on background and experience
• Meals included for overnight programs
• Low-cost shared staff housing options
• Opportunities for advancement
• Contract completion bonuses

Working for Dragonfly is a unique opportunity to make life-long friendships, travel off the beaten path, learn about other cultures, and help give people the skills they need to thrive.

The Essentials

Learning through nature.

Instructors frequently come with a background in outdoor education, but just as many come from teaching, psychology and social sciences backgrounds. The ideal applicant has a university degree, outdoor skills (lifeguarding, kayaking, climbing, surfing, ropes course, etc.) and certifications, a minimum of four seasons in a teaching/instructional role with children, youth, or adults in outdoor education programs, exceptional interpersonal skills, and possess that rare ability to inspire and engage!

Minimum Requirements:
• A university/college degree is required to obtain a work visa in Hong Kong
• Current certification in CPR/first aid (WAFA or higher preferred)
• Able to swim a minimum of 200 meters unaided and good water sports skills and qualifications (Dragonfly runs many water activities)
• Excellent leadership, verbal communication, and instructional skills
• Able to pass a background check

We strive to create a team that is motivated, passionate, and more than anything—a community. Your Dragonfly adventure awaits!

Connections & Application

Land a seasonal job delivering high quality outdoor experiential education programs in some of the most fascinating and diverse areas of the world!

The online application process should take 30 minutes or less. Please be prepared with your CV/resume and 3 reference email contacts (at least 2 from prior supervisors or managers). The application also requires the upload of two videos in which you respond to pre-interview questions (please keep video responses to three minutes or less). Connect with Sheena Lee if you have any questions. A live video interview will be scheduled if you are suitable for the position.

Outdoor Instructor Job Update
With Instructor positions filled for the 2024 season, Dragonfly will begin 2025 recruitment this fall.

Sheena Lee
Assistant HR Manager
Dragonfly
Union Hing Yip Factory Building
20 Hing Yip Street
Flat A-0805, 8/F
Kwun Tong, Kowloon
Hong Kong
+ (852) 2111-8918
sheena.l@learnwithdragonfly.com
LearnWithDragonfly.com

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