Outdoor Educator

Are you looking for an experience that is more than just a job? Nature’s Classroom inc could be the life-changing opportunity you’re searching for. All academic disciplines are welcome and no formal teaching experience or certification is required. Our teaching community is comprised of various cultural and academic backgrounds, all dedicated to sharing their knowledge and interests with the younger generation. You’ll educate diverse groups of kids, while living with terrific staff and creating memories that last forever! 

Nature's Classroom, Inc. operates out of Charlton in central Massachusetts (about one hour from Boston, one hour from Hartford, CT. and approximately three hours from New York City.

Currently Hiring for Fall season begining August 28, 2022 and runs through early December. Possibility of a later start, for those looking for a short-term contract (the Spring season is early March through early June) 

Due to our communal living situation, cats and dogs are not allowed (sorry, no ferrets either)

In addition to weekly salary, food and housing are provided for the length of contract.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Group leader and teacher in the 5-day seasonal residential program.
• Develop and present classes in a variety of academic areas of your choosing and/or implement already designed curriculum
• Supervise and explore with elementary and middle school students in field experiences. Staff must be able to walk up to four miles daily while instructing students safely; at times over uneven and/or uphill terrain.
• Facilitate students in team building initiatives and low ropes courses
• Evening activities and mealtime duties

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in any field of study (a few paid internships are available for people who do not yet hold a bachelor's degree. Internship salary starts at $350 weekly)
• Strong commitment to educate children
• Energetic, dedicated & able to become involved in all aspects of the program
• Special skills (music, singing, storytelling) helpful
• Experience working with children desired

Benefits:

• Weekly salaries starting at $450 per week
• Food and lodging 7 days a week for the length of contract (dogs, cats and ferrets are not allowed)
• Your weekends are free
• Educate in an informal setting at a 1 to 12 ratio
• A supportive organization that is willing to help you develop professionally
• Freedom to explore new areas for classes and programs

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Contract

Pay: From $450.00 per week

How to apply:

Please take the time to look over our Outdoor/Environmental Educators website.

If after reading that bit about our program, you are interested (or maybe even more excited!) Please fill out the application on the same link.

For more information or questions please email:

Hiring@naturesclassroom.or