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Pre-K-6th Grade Outdoor Science Education Coordinator and Teacher

Oak Hill School seeks a creative and collaborative Outdoor Science Education Coordinator for the 2023-2024 academic year. This is a ten-month position beginning in August. The Outdoor Science Education Coordinator will have primary responsibility for the outdoor education program for Pre-K- 6th grade students. 

Responsibilities:

  • Weaving outdoor education into the core curriculum

  • Integrating science curriculum into the outdoor education program for all grade levels

  • Planning and collaborating with classroom teachers on units that are tied to the science curriculum

  • Teaching or co-teaching lessons to PreK-6th grade students

  • Continuing SEL outdoor initiatives

  • Directing program initiatives

    In pursuit of these responsibilities, the Coordinator will also:

    • Work with administration and faculty  

    • Communicate effectively with students’ families and faculty regarding program details

    • Manage the outdoor science education budget to promote a vibrant program

    • Assess progress of the program and its effectiveness

    • Support the commitment to ongoing diversity initiatives

Skills & Characteristics:

The successful candidate will possess the following

  • A bachelor’s degree in science or a closely related field as well as teaching experience 

  • Experience with curriculum development and planning

  • A love of working with children 

  • A clear understanding or willingness to learn best practices in the area of outdoor education

  • An understanding of, and/or experience with outdoor science education program design and implementation

  • A creative mindset and strong organization skills

  • An ability to multitask and be flexible with priorities

  • Experience in student advising and mentoring

  • An educational philosophy which places students at the center of the learning process, fostering student curiosity, love of learning, and character development

  • A vision for what Oak Hill School’s outdoor education program can be in the years ahead

  • Willingness to integrate into the life of the school community

 

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