Afterschool Teacher-Naturalist

Organization

PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Exploration

Job Posted

September 12, 2022

Job Category

Job Type

Remote

No

Location

Newton, MA
United States
Do you love teaching young children and have a passion for nature? Are you creative, energetic, engaging and genuinely interested in connecting young children to the natural world? PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Exploration is looking for an outstanding candidates to teach nature programs to children ages 2-9 in the Greater Boston area.

Summary

PUDDLESTOMPERS™ Nature Exploration is looking for teachers to join our education team! Based in Newton, MA, we run programs across the Greater Boston area. with the goal of connecting young naturalists to the open spaces in their communities. Through hands-on nature exploration, STEM-based activities, games, and nature crafts, our programs are designed to foster a love of the natural world in all four seasons.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead children in outdoor exploration using hands-on activities, songs, games, stories, and projects. You would primarily be teaching after-school classes for students in PreK-2nd grade, held onsite in the afternoon at their schools. This is a part-time position; the number of classes per week may vary depending on the season. Monday through Friday openings, up to 10 classes per week (up to 2 classes per afternoon).

  • Programs are for PreK-2nd grade
  • Classes are typically 1 hour - 1.5 hours long
  • There is a maximum of 12 children per class
  • Programs take place all across Greater Boston area; some travel is required
  • Programs are designed to be held completely outdoors, but can be adapted for an indoor space (season & weather dependent). All programs will have indoor locations available, or schedule rain dates in advance.

Position reports to Program Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Prior teaching experience with 2-9 yr olds
  • Experience in outdoor education and/or a degree in the sciences a plus
  • Dependable, responsible, and organized
  • Fun-loving, creative, and engaging
  • Reliable transportation is a must

DEADLINE: ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS UNTIL POSITION(S) ARE FILLED

Salary is $36/class. May teach several classes in one day, depending on schedule.

How to apply:

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to info@puddlestompers.com.