Inly School is an independent PreK–8 Montessori-plus School located in Scituate, MA, 25 miles south of Boston. It has a student population of approximately 340 students, 76 employees, and serves 20 towns on the South Shore.

At Inly School our dynamic Montessori+ practices inspire our inclusive community of learners to explore and shape ourselves and the world with joyful curiosity, courage and compassion. Our commitment to anti-racist and anti-bias teaching practices are the privilege and responsibility of every member of the Inly Community. Inly School actively seeks faculty, families and leadership who embrace and practice skills that reflect our Montessori core values of collaboration, respect, compassion and empathy. 

Inly School seeks a Nature Studies Educator beginning in  August, 2026. The Nature Studies Educator partners with classroom teachers to extend the Montessori science and cultural curriculum through experiential, nature-based learning opportunities for Toddler through Lower Elementary students. This role helps students develop curiosity, observation skills, environmental stewardship, and a deeper connection to the natural world through hands-on experiences across Inly’s campus and outdoor learning spaces.

Utilizing gardens, greenhouse spaces, trails, natural play areas, and outdoor classrooms as extensions of the learning environment, the Nature Studies Educator supports the application and exploration of concepts introduced within the classroom curriculum. This position is distinct from classroom science instruction and instead focuses on experiential learning, environmental connection, and outdoor exploration.

The ideal candidate is collaborative, flexible, organized, and passionate about child-centered education. They are excited to work across age levels and help cultivate a culture of curiosity, stewardship, inquiry, and joyful exploration.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to extend Montessori science and cultural studies through experiential, nature based learning opportunities.
• Design and facilitate engaging, developmentally appropriate experiences connected to ecology, gardening, sustainability, seasonal change, and observation of the natural world.
• Utilize Inly’s campus and outdoor environments, including gardens, greenhouse spaces, trails, and natural learning areas as extensions of the classroom environment.
• Support students in applying classroom learning through hands-on exploration, inquiry, observation, experimentation, and reflection.
• Foster curiosity, environmental stewardship, collaboration, independence, and joyful exploration.
• Coordinate and support seasonal planting, harvesting, composting, and sustainability initiatives with students and faculty.
• Maintain outdoor learning environments including gardens, compost systems, greenhouse areas, and nature-based classroom spaces.
• Collaborate with faculty, families, and community volunteers to support and enhance campus nature-based learning opportunities and beautification efforts.
• Create learning environments that are safe, organized, welcoming, and supportive of student engagement and independence.
• Observe student engagement and growth and use those observations to inform future learning experiences.
• Support school-wide experiential learning opportunities and community events including Earth Day programming, seasonal celebrations, and student demonstrations of learning.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues in day-to-day school responsibilities including transitions, recess support, experiential learning activities, and community events.

Strong Candidates Will Have: 

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Environmental Education, Environmental Science, Ecology, Child Development, Outdoor Education, Sustainability, or a related field; 
• Master’s Degree preferred, or comparable professional experience.
• Minimum three years experience
• Desire to collaborate and contribute to a progressive school environment
• An understanding of Montessori philosophy and pedagogy, as well as an interest in current educational research and innovative practices (Montessori training available for qualified candidates)
• A demonstrated ability to embrace multicultural perspectives with experience building an inclusive environment and a commitment to anti-bias teaching practices.

Working Expectations:

Your role is essential in nurturing and developing young minds. Our expectations for this dynamic position include:

• Stationary and Active Balance: This role requires a balance between remaining stationary and actively engaging within the school environment. Your presence and participation are vital in both settings.
• Mobility and Resource Utilization: Our campus is a sprawling campus 13 acres with multiple buildings. The ability to move about the school is necessary for accessing and utilizing various resources, which are integral to our operation.
• Clear and Effective Communication: As a pivotal member of our team, your ability to communicate information and ideas clearly is essential. This ensures a robust and understanding network among staff, students, and parents.
• Physical Involvement: The role regularly involves lifting items, including children, weighing up to 30 pounds. This aspect of the job is crucial for supporting the physical care and educational activities of our students.
• Outdoor Activities Engagement: Our curriculum incorporates daily outdoor activities, requiring you to work in various weather conditions. This aspect of the role is instrumental in promoting outdoor learning and appreciation among our students.
• Inclusivity and Support: We are dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment. If requested reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. 

• Adaptability and Role Evolution: As our school grows and evolves, so may your role. Our supervisors are always looking to enhance our team's skills and may revise or add duties to reflect these changes. Flexibility and a willingness to adapt are appreciated as we all strive towards our common goal of exceptional education and care

Benefits:

We offer Competitive Pay and Benefits. Benefits offerings include Medical with HSA plan, Dental plan, Retirement 403(b), Life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Flexible spending accounts, Vision care, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Legal Shield and Aflac. 

A Note to Potential Candidates:

Studies have shown that women, trans, non-binary folks and BIPOC are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications as described in the job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the qualifications described.

To apply for this position, please email your resumé and cover letter to: employment@inlyschool.org. 

About Inly School

Located on Boston’s South Shore, Inly School is a progressive all gender day school for students in toddler through 8th grade. Inly blends Montessori curriculum and philosophy with educational best practices to teach core subjects, world languages, arts, athletics, and life skills in a highly experiential and individualized manner.

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