Assistant Outdoor Teacher

At Merrohawke we are dedicated to fostering a deep connection between children nature and community. Inspired by the principles and practices of Waldorf education our programs emphasize hands-on experiential learning that integrates nature-based practices creativity and holistic child development. We serve a joyful community of homeschooled students preschoolers and summer our teaching teams create time and space for youthto grow strong by nature in a way that honors their age and developmental stage. We do so in all weather in all habitats in all seasons. We are outdoors in rain snow sun fog winter summer fall and spring as we explore rivers oceans salt marsh sandy beaches mudflats coastal ocean waters forests vernal pools broad green lawns and care deeply about protecting the sacred childhood years and in this way guide experiential learning in nature that inspires empathy resilience grit and a deep connection to are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable teacher to assist with leading outdoor nature-based learning experiences for elementary and middle school-age homeschool children who enroll in our microschool for teh full school year. The ideal candidate will have a background in teaching in an outdoor setting and experience and / or appreciation for the principles and practices of Waldorf education. This instructor will play a key role in helping a teaching team to integrate nature-based learning within the child development philosophy of Waldorf -inspired education local Indigenous wisdom and best practices in outdoor nature-based : Assist with leading and designing nature-immersive outdoor lessons that align with the principles and practices of Waldorf-inspired and maintain a safe nurturing and engaging outdoor learning nature-based storytelling songs and experiences to deepen childrens connection with the environmental stewardship respect for all living things and sustainable mentorship and guidance encouraging childrens creativity curiosity and independence in all safety protocols and guidelines are followed during outdoor Merrohawke we offer our staff : A supportive community-driven work environment in a beautiful forest campus on the northeast coast of for professional growth and development in nature-based learning and Waldorf chance to make a meaningful impact by connecting children to nature and fostering their holistic time staff are eligible for health and dental benefits. All staff receive an annual clothing allowance to support their comfort in working outside in all Nature School is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds including Native Americans Indigenous peoples people of color women LGBTQIA individuals veterans and those from other underrepresented communities. We are an equal-opportunity employer dedicated to creating a workplace that values and respects the unique perspectives each individual brings to our team.

Key Skills

Early Childhood Education,Customer Service,Infant Care,Classroom Management,Classroom Experience,Daycare,Lesson Planning,Preschool Experience,Teaching,Training & Development,Child Protective Services,Experience with Children

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1