Lanterns Global Hiring for Marine Biology Head Teacher – SF/Marin Job at San Francisco, CA Full Time

About us

Do you have a passion for teaching children about the wonders of Marine Biology. Do you have experience with teaching and managing groups of children of various ages? Let’s talk!

Lanterns Global is an educational programs company. We offer marine biology programs, Spanish immersion programs, outdoor forest preschools, and foreign language tutoring. We have been delivering unique outdoor learning experiences to homeschoolers for over seven years and our team continues to grow!

Tides is a three-hour drop-off Marine Biology experience for children grades 1st-8th, and we rotate through different beaches in San Francisco and even, seperatly in Marin. Nature journals in-hand, students learn about marine creatures, marine plants, birds, tide pools, ecosystems, and sustainability, all in a hands-on, exploratory learning environment. These are small group classes of up to 13 students per group.

Our Ideal Beach-Loving Candidate:

• You are degreed or working towards a degree in Biology – preferably with an emphasis in Marine Biology or Environmental Sciences.
• You have experience teaching and managing groups of up to 13 students per group.
• Your passion for teaching is undeniable – your enthusiasm is contagious – you inspire your students to want to learn!
• You are kind, assertive, have unlimited patience, and you know how to connect with and provide support to your students.
• You are a highly organized professional who knows how to manage your time, your TA, and your students with confidence.
• You have a history of being reliable and punctual – with 3+ professional references that will sing your praises.
• You are a creative problem solver and can effectively address behavioral issues with confidence and kindness
• You are available to start immediately.

Class Times: Monday from 9:30am – 12:30pm and 1:30pm – 4:30 pm; Tuesdays from 1:30pm – 4:30 pm. Our Teachers and Teacher Assistant are required to be onsite at 9:00am for set-up; and your shift will end after check out, which takes approx. 15 minutes.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Tides teacher will be responsible for teaching and managing their class. This includes, but is not limited to the following:

• Working with the Teacher Assistant to make sure students are signed in and out by a parent.
• Carrying out the day’s lesson plan which is pre-created and given to you in advance (welcome, directing an activity/game, book, lesson, guided beach exploration, snack and playtime, facilitating art project).
• Using assertive and kind communication and discipline to manage the class smoothly and effectively; continually checking for understanding.
• Being creative on-the-spot to make the most of learning moments for students to learn, understand, have fun, and appreciate the ocean, animals, plants, and one another.

Compensation: $25/hour

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 per hour

COVID-19 considerations:
none

Work Location: One location