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DESCRIPTION: 

Oak Meadow School seeks an experienced individual to provide a nature-based, student-led curriculum  part-time in the role of Naturalist/Farm Teacher for the 2023-24 school year. This role will lead the school in teaching students ranging in ages from Kindergarten to Middle School about cultivating our existing garden spaces, growing and preparing food, nutrition, the cycles of agriculture, and partnering with middle school teachers on microbusinesses. This position will involve collaboration with all areas of the school, with the following primary responsibilities:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Naturalist will encourage a calm, flexible, organized, responsible, supportive, and harmonious learning environment with the natural world. 
• The Naturalist will be a self-motivated individual who will demonstrate emotional intelligence and model life skills to students across Kindergarten through Middle School. 
• The Naturalist will lead small groups to observe, guide, supervise and assess the children
• Prior experience with outdoor education (farming, trips, place-based education) and hands-on techniques will be required for this position.
• Develop age appropriate curriculum to support nature-based and student-led lessons
• Support with assorted coverage needs around school

ABOUT US: 

Oak Meadow School was founded in 1977 as a Montessori school for early childhood students. Over the years, elementary and middle school, and most recently, toddler grade levels have been added. Oak Meadow now has a reputation for one being one of the finest independent schools in the country, matriculating its graduates to the most selective independent high schools in New England. 

Oak Meadow School has dedicated their focus and commitment to professionalism, transparency, excellence, and inclusivity. The school’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice (DEIJ) Task Force (composed of teachers, staff, parents, and trustees) has significantly advanced the school’s commitment to equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and justice. 

Littleton, Massachusetts is located just northwest of Concord, in one of the top growth areas outside of Boston, and attracts families who value the best educational options available. Train service to Boston is easily accessible, and the beautiful outdoor resources of New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine, Cape Cod, and the Berkshires are a short drive away. 

OAK MEADOW SCHOOL’S MISSION AND HIRING STATEMENT:

Oak Meadow School is rooted in the child-centered Montessori philosophy, which fosters academic excellence, personal growth, and cultural awareness while nurturing children’s spirits. A diverse community of life-long learners, we cultivate confident, independent, and compassionate human beings by providing the tools and experiences needed to embark on rich, meaningful journeys as responsible citizens of the world. 

We commit to being equitable and inclusive, providing all candidates equal opportunities to demonstrate their knowledge, skills and abilities. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of the world in our educational program, admission policies, financial aid program, staff hiring, and other school-administered programs. Our goal is to actively recruit, reach, identify, hire, promote, and retain the best people possible.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience leading and working in an agricultural setting
• Experience with outdoor education
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Teaching experience preferred

TO APPLY, CANDIDATES SHOULD SEND THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION BY EMAIL: 

• A cover letter describing your interest in the position 
• A current resume
• A brief statement (not more than one page) of your educational philosophy including your background and experience with children and education, as well as your knowledge of and experience in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice.

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE SENT TO: 

Lee Waterhouse, Education Director – employment@oakmeadow.org

Applications must be received via email.