Seedlings Class Teacher New Haven Ecology Project Inc New Haven, CT Job Details $22.50 an hour 5 hours ago Qualifications Youth programs teaching experience Outdoor work experience Music activities (creative arts teaching) Storytelling activities for children Interactive activities lessons (early childhood general education) Exotic animal handling Instructional adaptability Performing arts activities for children Full Job Description Seeking an early childhood educator to lead farm and forest based classes for young children and their caregivers!

About the position:

Our

SEEDLINGS CLASS

is for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with a parent or other caregiver. Seedlings Teachers offer themed classes focused on nature exploration, including hands-on activities, music, movement, and stories. Classes meet outside in most weather conditions.

SCHEDULE

: Seedlings Teachers set their availability and may be scheduled within their availability. Class is 9

• 10:30 AM and teachers typically work 8:30
• 11, with additional paid planning time. Seedlings Class is usually offered for 8
• 10 weeks in fall and spring.

Currently seeking a teacher who can work at least 2 out of 3 mornings, Tues, Weds, and/or Thurs. Classes start the week of September 8.

Position requirements and responsibilities:

Experience with very young children (infant through preschool), including planning accessible and developmentally appropriate activities, stories, music, and exploration in a nature-based setting. Experience with considering the needs of caregivers (sometimes grandparents) and young children while facilitating outdoor experiences Use excellent communication skills, including speaking with children, adults, and coworkers. Use strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills and sound judgment as part of routine daily work. Ability to be flexible and adapt plans to the available spaces, weather conditions, and other needs of the day Commitment to working joyfully and inclusively with children and adults of all identities, with much of our work serving a racially and economically diverse urban community. Work in a setting with farm animals as well as native wildlife including insects, reptiles, amphibians, mammals, and birds. Engage in the physical requirements of this role, including safely navigating outdoor terrain that includes uneven and unpaved surfaces, sitting on the ground, carrying a backpack with teaching supplies, and teaching outside in weather conditions including heat, rain, cold, and snow. Verifiable record of consistent attendance and punctuality at previous workplaces Compensation $22.50/hour Seasonal part-time position