2018 Job Openings
Pre-K Nature Teacher: We are looking for a Pre-K Teacher to start December 1st 2018.
Schedule:
- Mondays: 8:45-12:30
- Wednesdays: 1:00-5:00
- Thursdays: 8:45-5:00
- Fridays: 8:30-1:00
Substitute Teachers: We are always looking for help in the classroom. Contact [email protected] if you are interested in being a Honeybee Substitute Teacher.
Please apply by sending a letter of interest and resume to [email protected]
Applicants must have prior experience working with children.
Internships
If you are interested in an internship at Honeybee Nature School please send a letter of interest and resume to [email protected]
Internships are unpaid with the potential of developing into a paid position.
Honeybee Nature School Teacher description and responsibilities.
Job Description:
Be able to ensure the safety and guidance/supervision of a group of 8-12 preschool (ages 3-5yr old) children as they engage in peer play in a nature setting. You must be able to recognize that each child is unique in their skills, personality and in their needs and be willing to meet them where they are at (on that given day).
Remember: “At its very best, nature play isn’t scheduled, planned, or led by adults, nor is it confined by grown-ups’ rules. Instead, it’s open-ended, free-time exploration and recreation…” [Green Hearts, 2014]
Bring your own, unique, teaching interests and experiences into the classroom and inspire others
Job roles and responsibilities:
When working with young children you are filling a role that parents are temporarily sharing. So you will be their child’s comfort, their example and their guide. So you need to always be at your best! In addition to that you are taking care of other responsibilities as well. This is a demanding job that can be mentally, physically and/or emotionally exhausting at times. Some of the duties include but are not limited to: helping a child that is having a difficult time separating from their family, helping a child with bathroom needs, lifting or carrying a child, serving food (while being aware of diet restrictions/allergies), taking care of health concerns, cleaning the classroom (washing dishes, vacuuming, taking out the trash, etc.), communicating with families, etc. Your job will also be to help preserve childhood so you will need to be able to: use your imagination, get dirty, read/tell stories, explore and PLAY!!
Skills/qualifications:
Must be patience, calm, loving
Have knowledge about early childhood development
Have appropriate expectations for children
Must be able to anticipate problems before they occur and solve them when they do occur
Have the ability to multi-task
Must be dependable and punctual
Be willing to be creative and spontaneous- make up songs, games or play scenarios, etc
Share your own skills/talents
Prepare activities that will engage the children and spark their curiosity
Must be comfortable in nature/outdoors year round and have the appropriate gear to be out in all elements
Must be able to work well with others and alone
Have great communication skills
Pass a background check (on a yearly basis)