Employment Opportunities
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Roaring Brook Nature Center inspires awareness, appreciation, and understanding of the natural world through exhibits, trails, programs, and special events. As part of The Children’s Museum Group, the Center has been a community treasure for decades, connecting people of all ages with the wonders of nature.
Join our enthusiastic team in our mission, and bring nature to our students!
Lead Summer Teacher
Status: Part-Time (Seasonal)
Location: Roaring Brook Nature Center, 70 Gracey Road, Canton, CT
Schedule: Monday through Friday 8 AM – 1 PM from mid-June through mid- August Hours may vary depending on program and organizational needs, with additional shifts available for special events.
Pay Scale: $17.25-$18.25/hour based on experience and qualifications.
Position Summary
Lead Teachers will work with the Roaring Brook Nature Center team to create, implement and evaluate one-week, hands-on, place-based curriculum designed to connect children with the natural world. With the help of all of the Nature Center’s resources including miles of trails and live animals, Lead Teachers will lead a full morning of programming, blending education and recreation in the out of doors. Lead Teachers will work closely with an Assistant Teacher to supervise and ensure the safety of all participants while creating a fun, engaging, and memorable summer experience. Lead Teachers will take a lead role in planning, teaching, and evaluating each program week with the help of an Assistant Teacher.
Assistant Summer Teacher
Status: Part-Time (Seasonal)
Location: Roaring Brook Nature Center, 70 Gracey Road, Canton, CT
Schedule: Monday through Friday 8 AM – 1 PM from mid-June through mid- August Hours may vary depending on program and organizational needs, with additional shifts available for special events.
Pay Scale: $17.00/hour based on experience and qualifications.
Position Summary
Assistant Teachers will work with the Roaring Brook Nature Center team to create and implement hands-on, place-based curriculum designed to connect children with the natural world. Using all of the Nature Center’s resources including miles of trails and live animals, Assistant Teachers will help lead a full morning of programming, blending education and recreation in the out of doors. Assistant Teachers will work closely with a Lead Teacher to supervise and ensure the safety of all participants while creating a fun, engaging, and memorable summer experience. Assistant Teachers will take an active role in planning, teaching, and evaluating each program week with the help of a Lead Teacher.