Forest School Educator

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Organization

Tenafly Nature Center

Job Posted

June 22, 2023

Job status

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Job Type

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Remote

No

Contact Name

Amanda Schuster

Contact Email

aschuster@tenaflynaturecenter.org

Contact Phone

201-568-6093

Deadline to Apply

Location

Tenafly, NJ
United States
The Forest School Educator is an enthusiastic and compassionate individual who has a passion for the
outdoors and early-childhood education. They serve as a co-teacher to the Forest School Director and other Forest School Educators, creating opportunities for children 3.5-7 y.o. to engage in play-based experiences in the outdoors.

Summary

Reports to, and work closely with, the Forest School Director with all aspects of the Forest School September-mid June. The Forest School mission is to inspire a lifelong connection to nature through child-centered learning experiences in the outdoors. For more information on our philosophy, visit: TenaflyNC.org/forest-school

Send cover letter, resume, and three professional references to the Forest School Director, Amanda Schuster: aschuster@TenaflyNC.org. Applications accepted until July 14. No calls please. Applications will be reviewed after submission closing date.

Compensation Information

  • Salary Range: $18-$21 an hour
  • The Forest School Educator position is a seasonal position. Regular availability needed between the hours of 9:00 am –2:30 pm Monday/Wednesday/Friday, 9:00 am- 5:00 pm Tuesday and Thursday. This position has the potential to become full time year round contingent upon program enrollment.
  • Expected Start Date: September 2023
  • Tenafly Nature Center offers full-time employees sick time, training and professional development opportunities, a complimentary TNC family membership and credit available for any TNC program (ex. camp). Tenafly Nature Center is committed to building a staff that is reflective of the incredible diversity of our communities and of the students we serve. Because we are committed to increasing the diversity of our workplace, people of color, women and individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. TNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.