Part-Time Enrichment Teacher - After School & Camps

Part-Time Enrichment Teacher - After School & Camps 

About Little Ecologists 

Little Ecologists offers English and French after-school enrichment programs, camps, and in-school programs for children ages 3 to 8 in Manhattan, Brooklyn, New Jersey, and Westchester, NY. 

Our proprietary curriculum blends environmental awareness, sustainability, and emotional intelligence, helping kids build eco-conscious, confident habits instead of climate anxiety. We partner with qualified educators who bring expertise in Early Childhood Education, teaching, and/or environmental sustainability, and who share our commitment to raising a generation that feels empowered about the planet's future. 

The Role 

Little Ecologists is looking for an educated, passionate teacher to lead our popular English-language ecological enrichment program for children ages 4 to 8. 

Lesson plans and class content are provided by Little Ecologists' founder; you'll bring them to life and adapt the program to each class and age group. 

We're looking for someone creative, energetic, emotionally intelligent, and entrepreneurial, with a genuine desire to pass on eco-conscious values to kids. 

Responsibilities 

-Implement Little Ecologists' proprietary curriculum with preschool- and school-aged children, adapting it to the unique needs of each child. 

-Teach after-school classes and/or camps at least one day a week, consistently, at your assigned site. Prepare lessons using the provided curriculum and lesson plans. 

-Develop fun, creative, hands-on teaching materials (crafts, games, experiments). 

-Conduct engaging, age-appropriate, innovative sessions for students. Serve as a warm, engaging role model for eco-conscious behavior. 

Requirements 

-Bachelor's or Master's degree, or working toward one, in Early Childhood Education, Education, Environmental Education/Science, Sustainability, or a related field (recent graduates welcome). 

-At least 1 year of experience working with children and/or teaching in a group setting. 

-Consistent mid-afternoon availability at least one day a week from September to June. 

-Creativity, curiosity, and a willingness to learn and educate children. 

-Keen interest and/or experience in environmental sustainability and education. 

-Excellent verbal and written English communication skills. 

-CPR and First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain). 

-Successful completion of a background check prior to starting. 

Compensation & Schedule 

Pay: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour, depending on experience. 

Expected hours: 2 to 6 hours per week, depending on enrollment and site. 

Job type: Part-time, Independent Contractor (1099). 

Location: Located in or willing to travel to Manhattan, Brooklyn, New Jersey, and/or Westchester, NY. 

COVID-19 considerations: We follow all applicable CDC and school-site health and safety regulations. 

To Apply Please send your resume and a cover letter to marie@little-ecologists.com. 

Application question (please answer in your application): Why are you interested in working with Little Ecologists?