Employment

We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities at Nantucket New School. When we do have openings, we will list them below as well as appropriate outside venues. We also accept unsolicited resumes for our files.

The Nantucket New School is a PK-8 independent school that values academic and personal growth while respecting the pace of childhood.

The Nantucket New School is currently seeking candidates for the following positions:

Outdoor Education Teacher

Nantucket New School | PK-8 | Full-Time Position

Position Overview

Nantucket New School seeks an Outdoor Education Teacher to develop and deliver programming for students ages 2.9 to 14 years old. This position utilizes our rock climbing wall, high ropes course, sport court, and the island’s natural environment to support student development through physical and outdoor education.

Key Responsibilities

Early Childhood Foundation (Ages 2.9-6): Design gross motor skill development activities that build coordination, balance, and spatial awareness through age-appropriate movement and outdoor exploration
Lower School Skill Building (Ages 6-10): Implement structured physical education curriculum that develops fundamental movement skills, introduces team sports concepts, and builds confidence through progressive outdoor challenges
Upper School Leadership (Ages 11-14): Create adventure-based learning experiences using our high ropes course and rock wall that develop problem-solving abilities, peer leadership skills, and personal responsibility
Cross-Age Programming: Facilitate mixed-age outdoor education activities that allow older students to mentor younger ones while exploring Nantucket's trails and natural environments
Social-Emotional Development: Use group challenges and outdoor experiences to build communication skills, resilience, and collaborative problem-solving across all age groups
Physical Development: Assess and adapt activities to meet individual developmental needs, ensuring appropriate progression from basic motor skills to complex movement patterns
Extended Day Programming: Lead outdoor after-school programming until 5pm for small groups of Pre-K and Kindergarten students, focusing on unstructured play and nature exploration

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Outdoor Education, or an education related field
CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard certification before school opens on September 3
Experience working with children across multiple age groups

Preferred

Outdoor education or adventure programming experience
Rock climbing or high ropes course certifications
Background in child development

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package
Professional development opportunities
Housing may be available

Application

Submit cover letter and resume to hiring@nantucketnewschool.org

After-School Counselor

Interested candidates should email a resume to:

hiring@nantucketnewschool.org

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