Job Description: Enrichment Teacher/Naturalist

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,, our programs are designed to foster a love of the natural world in all four seasons.

Things to know:

• Programs are for Toddlers-Pre K
• There is a maximum of 20 children per class with preschool staff present
• Programs may be held outside exclusively or can be designed to be taught in an indoor space (season dependent)

Responsibilities:

Lead children in outdoor exploration using hands-on activities, games, and songs. You would be teaching enrichment programs for Toddlers – Pre K , held onsite in the morning at their preschools. This is a part-time position; the number of classes per week may vary depending on the season. Compensation is $45-$65 per enrichment program (average program length is 1 – 2 hours, this includes travel + lesson prep). Monday through Friday openings, up to 5 programs per week.

Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience with 2-5.5 year olds
• Familiarity with STEM and Life Sciences
• Experience in outdoor education and/or degree in the natural sciences a plus
• Dependable, responsible and organized
• Fun-loving, creative and engaging
• MUST have a car
• MUST be local to Boston-metro area