Exploratory Teacher

36 hours per week is considered full-time, with eligibility for benefits.

Minimum of 5 hours per week; flexible scheduling available.

We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Exploratory & Enrichment Teacher to lead engaging and diverse activities for children ages 2 through middle school. This role offers flexible scheduling with a minimum of 5 hours per week, and those working 36 hours per week are considered full-time with benefits.

In this role, you’ll guide elementary students in physical education, music, art, foreign language, and other exploratory subjects during the school day. Additionally, you'll lead after-school and summer camp enrichment clubs that spark creativity, movement, and hands-on learning for elementary and middle school students.

For our youngest learners (ages 2-5) in daycare, you’ll introduce them to fun and developmentally appropriate enrichment activities like music, movement, and nature exploration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach elementary Phy Ed, music, art, foreign language, or other exploratory subjects during the school day during the school year (starting in fall 2025).
• Lead enrichment clubs after school and during summer camp, offering a variety of activities such as:
• Sports & Movement: Soccer, basketball, football, yoga for kids, martial arts, dance, Zumba, gymnastics, obstacle courses.
• Creative Arts: Nature sketches, sculpture, painting, drama/theater, storytelling, creative writing, puppetry.
• STEM & Exploration: LEGO engineering, robotics, science experiments, astronomy, nature adventures, woodworking.
• Community & Life Skills: Cooking, community service projects, leadership clubs, gardening, entrepreneurship for kids.
• Outdoor Adventures: Hiking, birdwatching, camping basics, survival skills, eco-exploration.

Provide age-appropriate enrichment experiences for 2-5-year-olds in daycare, such as:

• Music & movement, dance, foreign language, gardening, soccer, basketball, nature walks, bird watching, sensory play.
• Plan and facilitate engaging, hands-on experiences that promote creativity, physical activity, and social-emotional growth.
• Create a welcoming and inclusive environment for children of all skill levels and backgrounds.
• Collaborate with school leadership to develop and refine programming.

Qualifications:

• Experience working with children in an educational, recreational, or camp setting.
• Background in education, physical education, music, art, foreign language, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Passion for leading creative and active learning experiences.
• Ability to manage groups of children in different age ranges effectively.
• Flexibility, enthusiasm, and strong communication skills.

Full-time employees (36 hours/week) receive:

• Health insurance
• Vision & dental coverage

All employees have the option to participate in a retirement plan.

• Competitive pay based on experience and expertise.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Seasonal

Pay: $12.00 - $200.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• After school
• Choose your own hours
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• No nights
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12 - $200