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Job Description: Substitute Nature Explorers Teacher

Seeking Substitute Teachers to add to the On-Call List

Program Times: Tuesdays and Wednesdays 8:45 to 1:15pm, Mondays 8:45am to 3:15pm, Thursdays 9am to 1pm, and 2:45pm to 5:30pm

Substitute teacher work hours may vary within this timeframe, depending on the need.

Mission: Our mission is to help children connect with nature and themselves through exploration, play, and facilitating a respectful relationship with the earth.

Values: Respect for Self, Respect for Others, Respect for Nature

Overview of a program day: Our programs include opening and closing circle with lessons, stories, and experiential activities. We include lots of free play in nature, as well as group games. Children also have snack and lunch during tutorial days which they provide.

Required Qualifications  

  • Minimum 5 professional years working with children

  • Experience in and comfort in outdoor environments, and in all seasonal elements of Nashville weather

  • Comfort with and tact when speaking with parents of students

  • Comfort and experience with written communication

  • Conflict resolution skills

  • Understanding of a whole-child approach when handling challenges with children

  • Pass a background check

  • First Aid and CPR certified, or will become so before working at NE

  • Interest in growing with our company if we are a good fit

Preferred Qualifications

  • Passion for nature and being outdoors

  • Understanding and value of diversity

  • Experience working professionally with children 5-12 years old

  • Schedule flexibility

If you are interested in applying, please email us your resume and letter of interest to nashvillenatureexplorers@gmail.com.