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The mission of Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy is inspiring today’s children to invent tomorrow. Our organization is seeking an energetic, creative and motivated Earth Sciences Instructor for year-round employment in a dynamic, team-based environment.

In this role, the primary responsibility is creating and delivering innovative, hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences for K-8 students at Talcott Mountain Academy, as well as TMSC’s outreach and co-curricular programs. Instruction will include classroom, lab, and field settings on campus and at off-site locations; occasional evenings and weekend days may be required, and the summer months are among TMSC’s busiest. Additional responsibilities may include maintaining materials, equipment, and spaces relative to the Earth Sciences program; participating in and leading professional development opportunities; contributing to organization-wide initiatives and teams; and other duties as assigned.

The successful candidate will be an innovative and inspiring educator with expertise in one or more of the following scientific areas: geology, meteorology, or alternative energies. In addition to at least a bachelor’s degree in a related field, the successful candidate will possess solid classroom, group instruction, and/or outreach experience, along with the ability to differentiate instruction to meet students’ needs. Teaching certification is not required. The successful candidate must possess a valid driver’s license, have access to reliable transportation, and successfully complete a background check.