Middle School Science & Math Teacher (part time)

Hourly Rate is negotiable based on experience.

Position Overview

Wild Wonders is seeking a passionate and adventurous middle school educator to teach Science and Math to our 5th-8th grade students in a unique farm-based, project-based learning environment. This role partners with our Language Arts & Social Studies teacher to create an integrated, interdisciplinary educational experience that brings learning to life through hands-on exploration, outdoor education, and real-world application.

The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in non-traditional settings, values the transformative power of nature-based education, and believes upper elementary and middle school students deserve an environment that honors their curiosity, independence, and the innocence of adolescence.

Teaching Responsibilities

Core Instruction:

• Teach Science and Math to 6th-8th grade combination class using project-based learning methodology
• Implement Good & Beautiful Math curriculum while integrating content into broader PBL units
• Provide individualized and differentiated instruction to meet each student's unique learning needs
• Create engaging, hands-on learning experiences that connect academic concepts to farm life and the natural world

The Wild Wonders Approach

Our upper elementary and middle school program operates within a farm-based, outdoor education model where:

• Learning happens both indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions
• Students engage with farm animals, seasonal gardening, and environmental stewardship
• Academic content connects to real-world applications and natural phenomena
• Child-led inquiry and teachable moments are valued and embraced
• Flexibility and adaptability are essential daily practices

This means you will:

• Teach outdoors regularly, incorporating the farm environment into lessons
• Adapt plans to take advantage of spontaneous learning opportunities
• Work in all weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, cold)
• Engage directly with farm work and outdoor education activities
• Model resilience, curiosity, and environmental stewardship

Required Qualifications

Education & Credentials:

• Multiple Subject Teaching Credential OR Single Subject Teaching Credential in Math or Science
• Bachelor's degree minimum (advanced degree preferred)

Experience & Skills:

• Demonstrated experience teaching upper elementary and/or middle school-aged students (grades 5-8)
• Strong content knowledge in both Math and Science
• Experience with differentiated instruction and individualized learning approaches
• Familiarity with project-based learning methodologies (or eagerness to learn)

Essential Attributes:

• Genuine love for upper elementary and middle school students and adolescent development
• Collaborative mindset and team-player approach
• Flexibility and comfort with non-traditional, child-led learning environments
• Resilience and adventurous spirit for outdoor, farm-based education
• Strong communication skills with students, families, and colleagues
• Alignment with Wild Wonders' mission to honor childhood and protect innocence

What Makes Wild Wonders Unique

Our Educational Philosophy: Wild Wonders provides farm-inspired education that values hands-on discovery, environmental stewardship, and authentic learning experiences. We partner with homeschool families to offer rigorous academics within a supportive community that honors each child's individual learning journey.

Our Approach to Upper Elementary and Middle School: We believe students thrive when given:

• Meaningful work that connects to real-world contexts
• Freedom to explore their curiosities within structured learning
• Opportunities to develop independence and critical thinking
• Connection to nature and outdoor experiences
• A community that values collaboration and mutual respect
• An environment that protects the innocence and wonder of adolescence

What You Can Expect:

• A small, tight-knit learning community
• Supportive, collaborative colleagues who share your values
• Creative freedom within a structured curriculum framework
• Professional development and mentorship in project-based learning
• The joy of teaching in a beautiful farm setting surrounded by nature
• Students who are engaged, curious, and excited to learn

Physical Requirements

This position requires:

• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Physical stamina for standing, walking, and moving around farm property
• Comfort working around farm animals (horses, goats, chickens, etc.)
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Willingness to engage in outdoor activities including hiking, farm work, and seasonal tasks

To Apply

Please include the following in your application:

• Three professional references (at least one from a teaching context)
• Current resume including:
• Teaching credentials and certifications
• Relevant teaching experience
• Educational background
• A paragraph about what draws you to this particular role and environment

Pay: From $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16.0 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35