After School Nature Club Assistant Teacher

Nature Club Assistant Teacher

Position Title: After School Nature Club Assistant Teacher
Status: Regular Part-Time, ~20 hours/week (Mon–Fri, approx. 2–6 PM)
Start Date: August 20th, 2025
Pay: $16.48 /hour

Hartley Nature Center is hiring a part-time Assistant Teacher to join our After School Nature Club (ASNC) team! This program blends outdoor play, nature exploration, and social-emotional learning for elementary-aged children. We’re looking for a warm, dependable educator who loves being outside, is skilled at working with students with diverse needs, and can help create a safe, supportive after-school environment.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys connecting with kids, building community, and working closely with a collaborative team of environmental educators.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support the Lead Teacher in supervising and engaging a group of K-5th grade students
• Build strong, positive relationships with students and help foster a welcoming group dynamic
• Assist with delivery of environmental education activities, hikes, games, and crafts
• Help guide student behavior using positive, trauma-informed strategies
• Participate in daily risk assessment and uphold all safety protocols
• Communicate with the Lead Teacher about student needs, incidents, and family updates
• Provide input during team check-ins and staff meetings

Required Qualifications:

• Experience working with children in a school, camp, after-school, or similar setting
• Ability to support students with behavioral or sensory needs in a kind, consistent way
• Comfortable working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative spirit
• Must pass a background check
• Current First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in environmental education or outdoor programs
• Familiarity with mixed-age groups or inclusive learning environments
• Spanish or Ojibwe language skills
  • Multiple students are enrolled in language immersion schools. 

Hours & Scheduling:

This is a school-year position following the Duluth Public Schools calendar. Approximate hours are 2:00–6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Additional hours may be available for special events or non-school day programming. Opportunities for summer employment may also be available.

Application Instructions:

Please send a cover letter, resume, and at least one reference to:

Mary Oliver, Education Director
 Hartley Nature Center
 3001 Woodland Ave
 Duluth, MN 55803
 education@hartleynature.org
 (218) 724-6735