We're Hiring
Are you ready to join the growing Treeline team and make a difference in the lives of kids in West Central Florida? Treeline is hiring to expand our dynamic leadership. We are a team that values trust, collaboration, enthusiasm, and excellence to serve the remarkable children and families of our community.
Team Member Positions
Occupational Therapist
Take your pediatric work outdoors.
Forest Play Manager
Lead, grow, and nurture forest play
Certified Play Provider
Bring big play to life in the woods.
Forest Play Guides
Be a guide in outdoor play programs.
Administrators
Supporting families from behind the scene.
Current Openings:
We are not currently hiring.
Note: If you are interested in a position that is not currently open for applications, submit your employment interest HERE to get first notification when/if a position becomes available.
Occupational Therapist: OT / OTA
Treeline Enrichment provides nature based and nature inspired occupational therapy services in West Central Florida. We provide individual and small group sessions for children ages 2-15. Our thriving practice provides skilled intervention that is strengths-based, client focused, grounded in research and theory, collaborative, and comprehensive.
Position:
- We are looking for a fee-for-service employee who desires to work in an inspirational pediatric setting.
- Minimum availability for 8-12 client hours per week (for individual sessions and/or groups) with opportunities to grow into a full-time position.
- At Treeline Enrichment, we value all professional time. Additional time to complete notes, reports, parent communication, develop home programs etc. is supported and paid based on the fee-for-service schedule.
- Client workload and start date may vary based on scheduling needs and available setting options. Specific details will be discussed during the interview process.
Therapist responsibilities include:
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- Identifying strengths and engaging children in nature based and nature inspired interventions
- Completing initial evaluations and reevaluations (OTR)
- Planning and leading social groups
- Writing daily documentation using an electronic medical record system
- Developing home programs
- Generating progress reports (OTR)
- Establishing goals in collaboration with parents (OTR)
- Supervising volunteers and/or fieldwork students
- Celebrating achievements with parents via Teletherapy
- Communicating with families across media (email, video, text, phone, online)
- Participating in team meetings
- Committing to ongoing professional development
Ideal Candidates are Occupational Therapists (OT, OTA) that are:
- Fun, responsive, hard working, creative, flexible, and independently organized;
- Strong communication, both verbally and in writing;
- Experienced working with individuals with developmental delays, ASD, sensory processing differences, ADHD, ADD, anxiety, learning disorders, self-regulation difficulties;
- Passionate about nature and connecting children to the great outdoors; and
- Deeply connected to personal and professional growth.
Qualifications:
- Valid Florida OT licensure (OT or OTA) or eligible for Florida licensure
- Pediatric therapy experience
- CPR and First Aid Certified
- Cleared Level 2 fingerprinting and background check
Requirements:
- Availability at least 2 afternoons a week (2:00-6:00pm)
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Be able to walk, run, climb trees, hike, carry all supplies with you during and between therapy sessions
- Access to a reliable computer
- Confident, comfortable, and willing to learn new electronic platforms
- Access to all weather gear, including rain jacket, rain pants, rain shoes, and a waterproof backpack or duffle bag
- Be comfortable outdoors in all weather conditions
Compensation:
- Fee for Service Pay rates start at $45 per individual session (OTR). Full pay schedule will be reviewed during the interview process.
- This fee-for-service employee pay rate accounts for your time to plan, communicate, support, and document.
- Other benefits include:
- SS & Medicare taxes paid
- Paid team meetings
- Paid Treeline orientation and training
- Ongoing trainings and mentorship to grow professionally
- Flexibility in scheduling around your family priorities
- Access to therapy materials & tools for your sessions
- Access to therapy resources to inform your work
Application Process: If this position interests you, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application, resume, and references and we will be in touch.
Forest Play Manager
Treeline Enrichment provides forest-based play enrichment programs that inspire child-led exploration, creativity, and connection with nature. Our programs are rooted in research and responsive to the needs and curiosities of children ages 18 months to 10 years. We are seeking a Forest Play Manager to oversee and grow this branch of our business while also leading forest play programs as a Certified Play Provider.
Position Type:
Part-time, Hourly Employee
Expected average of 17 hours a week across 30 program weeks between September-May. Plus an additional 8-10 non-program weeks with up to 5 hours of management hours each week. Opportunities to expand program offerings throughout September to June increasing earnings potential.
Position Overview
The Forest Play Manager will play a critical role in ensuring the success of Treeline’s forest play programs. This role blends direct program facilitation with program development, staff leadership, marketing, and operational oversight. The ideal candidate is an organized, creative leader who is passionate about child-led play, nature, and fostering a thriving community of families and educators. This role requires someone who takes initiative, is a self-starter, and can problem-solve independently without needing continuous oversight.
Key Responsibilities
Program Leadership & Facilitation
- Serve as a Certified Play Provider, leading engaging, nature-based play programs.
- Plan, stage, and facilitate high-quality, child-led play experiences.
- Communicate with parents through weekly updates and home extension suggestions.
- Ensure a safe and supportive environment for children of all abilities.
Staff Hiring, Training & Supervision
- Assist with hiring, implement training, and ongoing mentorship of forest play support staff.
- Conduct ongoing supervision, mentoring, and annual reviews for support staff.
- Foster a collaborative team culture and provide leadership in program execution.
Marketing, Outreach & Community Engagement
- Develop content for social media, blogs, and email marketing to increase visibility.
- Attend community events to network and spread awareness about Treeline’s programs.
- Collaborate on marketing strategies to reach and enroll more families.
Program Development & Expansion
- Coordinate program logistics and supply management, including ordering, tracking, and organizing materials to support program success.
- Monitor, repair, and replace program materials as needed.
- Ensure organization standards are met in the care and maintenance of materials and the play environment.
- Implement sustainable practices to minimize environmental impact.
- Communicate with the property owner regarding site needs and ongoing maintenance.
- Conduct ongoing risk management assessments to maintain safety and compliance.
- Assist with scheduling and expansion of forest play offerings.
- Work on developing new program ideas that align with Treeline’s mission.
- Ensure that forest play programs remain financially sustainable by monitoring program budgets.
Required Training & Professional Development
- Complete TimberNook provider training and maintain good standing with the TimberNook organization. Treeline will cover the cost of the training, and a stipend will be provided upon successful completion to compensate for training time.
- Obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certification. This training must be completed before the position begins, and the cost and time required for certification are the responsibility of the applicant.
- Engage in ongoing professional development related to child-led play, nature-based learning, and program leadership.
Ideal Candidate Qualifications
- Takes initiative, is self-motivated, and can problem-solve independently.
- Passionate about nature-based learning and play-based child development.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Child Development, Recreation, or a related field. OR 3+ years of experience working with children in a professional capacity.
- Experience in program coordination, team leadership, or marketing is a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for parent engagement and marketing.
- Experience working with neurodiverse children or a strong willingness to learn and support children with diverse sensory, motor, and social-emotional needs.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Familiarity with digital tools like Trello, G-Suite, Canva, Calendly, Loom, etc. or willingness to learn.
- Comfortable working in all-weather conditions as programs are only canceled for lightning or high winds.
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly Rates:
- $30/hour for program hours
- $25/hour for all non-program hours, i.e., program coordination, marketing, and leadership responsibilities.
- One dependent may attend programs at no cost.
- SS & Medicare taxes paid as a part-time employee.
- Access to nature-based play materials and resources to enhance programs.
- Flexible scheduling, with program breaks for holidays and summer months.
Application Process
If you are excited about leading and growing a thriving nature-based play program, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your application and we will be in touch.
Certified Play Provider
Treeline Enrichment provides forest based play enrichment programs in Plant City, Florida. Our thriving program provides experiences that are child-led, rooted in research and theory, supportive of diverse ways of thinking and doing, and responsive to the interests and curiosities of children ages 18 months to age 13.
Position:
- We are looking for a part-time, fee-for-service employee who desires to work in an inspirational outdoor setting.
- Averaging 4-9 program hours per week, when programs are in session. Opportunities to increase hours by adding additional programs may be explored.
- Additional time to complete planning, site set up and clean up, parent communication, etc., will be supported and reimbursed.
Position responsibilities include:
- Understanding child development and springboarding grand play experiences outdoors
- Planning program days following core philosophies and guiding curriculum
- Leading a comprehensive forest-play program
- Staging creative play inspirations
- Writing weekly parent communication
- Developing home extension suggestions
- Supervising and mentoring play guides
- Communicating with parents
- Celebrating growth and development with families
- Advocating for time outdoors in our communities
- Participating in monthly team meetings
- Collaborating with the Treeline leadership team
- Commiting to ongoing professional development
Ideal Candidates are:
- Fun, responsive, hard working, creative, flexible, and independently organized;
- Strong communication in both verbal and in writing;
- Comfortable working with both neurotypical and neuro-divergent children
- Passionate about nature and connecting children to the great outdoors; and
- Deeply connected to personal and professional growth
Qualifications:
- 3+ years working with children in a professional capacity
- Willing to complete required training and maintain good standing with professional organizations
- CPR and First Aid Certified
- Cleared Level 2 fingerprinting and background check
Requirements:
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Be able to walk, run, hike, and navigate up, down, around, and through outdoor Florida terrain
- Access to a reliable computer
- Confident, comfortable, and willing to learn new electronic platforms, including Trello, G-Suite, Canva, Calendly, Loom, etc.
- Access to all weather gear, including rain jacket, rain pants, and rain shoes.
- Be comfortable outdoors in all weather conditions as programs only shelter in the event of lightning or high winds.
Compensation:
- Fee for Service pay rates start at $75 per 2-hour program day (full pay schedule will be reviewed during the interview process).
- This fee-for-service employee pay rate accounts for your time to plan, set up, clean up, and communicate.
- The cost of the required position-specific training / education is paid.
- One dependent may attend your programs at no cost
- Other benefits include:
- SS & Medicare taxes paid
- Paid team meetings
- Paid Treeline orientation and training
- Flexibility in scheduling around your family priorities
- Ongoing trainings and mentorship to grow professionally
- Access to nature-based play materials for your programs
- Access to nature-based play resources to inform your work
- At Treeline Enrichment, we believe in work-life balance. As such, programs are paused for Holidays and 2 months over the summer.
Application Process If this position interests you, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application, resume, and references and we will be in touch.
Treeline Play Guide
Treeline Enrichment provides nature based play enrichment programs in Plant City, Florida. Our thriving program provides experiences that are child-led, rooted in research and theory, supportive of diverse ways of thinking and doing, and responsive to the interests and curiosities of children ages 18 months to age 13.
Position:
- We are looking for a flexible part-time, hourly employee who desires to work in an inspirational outdoor setting.
- Available select days based on scheduled programs (Monday-Saturday). Anticipate 2-8 days per month (4-6 hours per day). Schedule will vary each month.
- Position responsibilities include:
- Understanding child development and springboarding grand play experiences outdoors
- Assisting with the leadership of comprehensive nature play programs
- Supporting the set-up and clean up of creative play environments
- Communicating with parents on site
- Guiding kids immersed in nature play
- Monitoring the play environment for safety
- Participating in team meetings
- Collaborating with the Treeline team
- Commiting to ongoing professional development
Ideal Candidates are:
- Fun, responsive, hard working, creative, flexible, and independently organized;
- Strong communicators both verbal and in writing;
- Comfortable working with both neurotypical and neuro-divergent children
- Passionate about nature and connecting children to the great outdoors; and
- Deeply connected to personal and professional growth
Qualifications:
- Experience working with children
- CPR and First Aid Certified
- Cleared Level 2 fingerprinting and background check
Requirements:
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Be able to walk, run, hike, and navigate up, down, around, and through outdoor Florida terrain
- Access to a reliable computer
- Confident, comfortable, and willing to learn new electronic platforms for team collaboration
- Access to all weather gear, including rain jacket, rain pants, and rain shoes.
- Be comfortable outdoors in all weather conditions as programs only shelter in the event of lightning or high winds.
Compensation:
- Hourly pay rate starts at $15 per hour.
- Discounted registration for 1 dependent
- Other benefits include:
- SS & Medicare taxes paid
- Paid team meetings
- Paid Treeline orientation and training
- Ongoing trainings and mentorship to grow professionally
- Access to nature-based play resources to inform your work
- At Treeline Enrichment, we believe in work-life balance. As such, programs are paused on Holidays and 2 months over the summer.
Application Process. If this position interests you, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application, resume, and references and we will be in touch.