TimberNook Sensory Nature Program Support Staff

Schedule

Part-time during the school year: Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM (6 days per month). Potential to substitute for other days/times at other Middlesex County sites.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the safety and logistical needs of all children.
• Check in with families at the start and end of each program day.
• Support children in keeping track of their belongings.
• Escort children to the bathroom if needed or assist as required.
• Physically assist with program set-up and site clean-up.
• Lead songs and activities as requested by the TimberNook certified provider.
• Facilitate play needs, such as providing additional loose parts or tool-use support.
• Empower children by allowing them to direct their own play, observing from a safe distance, and intervening only for safety or social-emotional support.

Requirements

• Exude energy, enthusiasm, and patience with children.
• Be flexible, organized, prompt, and responsible.
• Able to work effectively with other staff, interact kindly with children, and communicate easily with families.
• Personable, comfortable working outside in all weather conditions, and undeterred by bugs, dirt, or mud.
• Physically able to participate in outdoor activities.
• Experience working with children is a plus.

Pay

$20.00–$22.00 per hour, based on experience, education, and certification.