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  • Sarah Thompson | Faculty

    Sarah ThompsonVisual Arts < Back Sarah Thompson Visual Arts Sarah Thompson, known to her students as Miss T., was born in Lynn, MA and raised in Merrimack, NH. Her goals as an art teacher are to find meaningful ways to engage and connect with each student and to give them all a safe and positive space to create and have fun. Sarah believes it is a gift to be able to engage a student through the visual arts and encourage their individual potential to thrive. She achieves this by incorporating art history and contemporary cultural influences, as well as through staying actively involved in what her students are learning beyond her classroom and integrating other subjects into her lessons. In her spare time, Sarah enjoys yoga, meditation, music, and art. She and her partner, Matthew, live with their two cats Benjamin and Gustavo and are passionate supporters of animal rescue. Education Bachelor of Arts from Chester College of New England (Chester, NH) Certificates New Hampshire Art Teacher Certification, issued by Chester College of New England (Chester, NH) Work Experience 2021-Present Art specialist teacher at 2nd Nature Academy Afternoon/evening receptionist at 2nd Nature Academy Arts & Crafts specialist at Camp Lovewell 2020 New patient intake coordinator and chiropractic technician at Main Street Ciropractic & Wellness Center (Nashua, NH) 2013-2020 Chiropractic technician at Spinal Corrective Center (Amherst, NH) 2002-2013 Doctor's assistant/office manager at Dr. Edward Kois, MD (Nashua, NH) 2006-2008 Art teacher at Merrimack School District Upper Elementary School (Merrimack, NH)

  • High School (9-12)

    High School (9-12) $17,500

  • After School Assistant

    Nature's Pathways at 2nd Nature Academy (SNA) is seeking part-time After School Leaders. After School Assistant Part Time About the job 2nd Nature Academy (SNA) is seeking part-time After School Leaders. Responsibilities & Duties: Provide safe and nurturing care in collaborative team atmosphere Take direction from other teachers and/or administration Help maintain the cleanliness of your classroom or space Maintain and respect confidentiality of students and center personnel APPLY NOW The ideal candidate The ideal candidate: has an upstanding moral character. enjoys working with kids. has afternoon/evening availability. has access to reliable transportation. Requirements Experience working with young children preferred Strong communication skills Punctuality and reliability Ability to work as a member of a team Benefits Part-Time/Seasonal Employee discounts offered to Campus Cafe. Competitive benefits packages available for Full Time employees BACK TO ALL JOBS

  • Elementary (1-4)

    Elementary (1-4) $12,700

  • History Teacher (Middle/High School)

    2nd Nature Academy (SNA) is seeking a middle and high school history/social studies teacher for the 2024-2025 school year for our expanding Upper School. History Teacher (Middle/High School) Full- or Part-Time About the job If you are looking for an opportunity to work in an exciting, innovative, and engaging learning environment characterized by small class sizes, a collaborative atmosphere, and an ongoing dialogue with your students as they develop academic and 21st Century skills, please submit a resume and cover letter describing your qualifications, teaching philosophy, and interest in the position. Candidates with experience or training in multiple age groups and grade levels are preferred. We are seeking educators who see themselves as mentors, and who are dedicated to student personal growth and wish to serve as an engaged facilitator of student-driven inquiry. SNA strives to innovate the learning journey by: Developing the classroom as a collaborative, problem-solving community Collaborating with colleagues to develop lessons and challenges that are transdisciplinary Setting and maintaining high academic expectations Designing learning experiences and challenges that are connected to the subject and have real-world application Using engaging performance-based assessment tools Planning and structuring student exhibitions of learning Guiding student reflection and debriefing processes Increasing student comprehension, motivation, and investment in their own learning Improving student mindset, habits, and skills that will prepare them for success in future learning, in career, and in life itself Engaging students to become more invested in their own learning APPLY NOW The ideal candidate The ideal candidate will have: Teaching experience at the middle and high school level Experience in non-traditional classroom environments Experience with project-based, problem-based, and inquiry-based learning Facility and comfort with incorporating technology and hands-on learning experiences Willingness to experiment and try new methods and approaches Ability to work collaboratively within the teaching community Ability to develop fun, engaging, and innovative challenges Willingness to promote understanding and communication in a diverse learning environment Willingness to accept feedback and desire to learn and grow Requirements Benefits Our competitive benefits package includes options in: health insurance, dental insurance, 401(k), child tuition discount, employee tuition assistance, and more! BACK TO ALL JOBS

  • Brainwave Camps: STEM + Art Instructors

    The Enrichment Center @ 2nd Nature Academy in Nashua, NH is seeking summer STEM + Art Instructors to lead one or more of our Brainwave STEAM summer day camps. Brainwave Camps: STEM + Art Instructors Seasonal About the job The Enrichment Center @ 2nd Nature Academy in Nashua, NH is seeking summer STEAM instructors to lead one or more of our Brainwave STEAM summer day camps. We seek detail-oriented, organized, curious, self-starters who have a background in science, technology, engineering, art, or math to teach and inspire school-age kids in a fun, summer camp atmosphere. For anticipated day camp offerings, please see below. This candidate must be dependable and thrive in a flexible environment. Just as importantly, we are searching for people who can manage a classroom of children ranging in ages from 6 to 14 yrs, depending on the camp. JOB DESCRIPTION/ RESPONSIBILITIES Class planning and preparation Update and detailing lesson plans Create materials lists and costs (templates provided) Manage junior counselors, if present Model good citizenship Respect students and colleagues Trustworthy and honest Adaptable team player Create a positive, achievement-oriented learning environment Monitor and ensure the safety of campers and materials Active engagement with campers during classes, lunch/snack and outdoor play breaks, and drop-off/pick-up Maintain classroom discipline for groups of 10-12 campers Logistical responsiblities Set up and thorough clean up of spaces Store materials properly Hours Pre-camp planning : 4 hrs paid planning time per camp + 3 hrs on-campus training First weekly day of camp: 7:30am-4:30pm, with 30 min unpaid break (extra time for set up in AM) Last weekly day of camp: 8:00am - 5:30pm, with 30 min unpaid break (<1hr extra time for clean up) Regular camp hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm, with 30 min unpaid break (if taken) Access to reliable transportation Commit to the following camp preparation , due ~4 weeks prior to camp date Pre-camp planning time and submit revised lesson plans and detailed materials list (templates provided) First aid /CPR training, if not already certified (we can also help provide this training) On-site ~3-hour counselor training to review rules, process, and campus tour (date is TBD but will be before June 26) APPLY NOW The ideal candidate We are looking for instructors with skillsets who can teach the following types of camps: Art Canvas Painting & Drawing Basic Art Principles & History Paper Crafting Fairy Houses & Nature Crafts Cardboard Engineering & Cosplay Jewelry Making & Duct Tape Fashion Accesories Literary, Visual & Theater Arts STEM Culinary Chemistry Detective Mystery Minecraft Python Coding Atomic Odyssey: Physics & Chemistry Collide Requirements KEY REQUIREMENTS Minimum of Bachelor’s degree or equivalent Experience teaching kids ages 6-14 preferred , including experience being summer camp counselor Educational or professional background , or demonstrated passion in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math): Life science (e.g., immunology, molecular biology, marine biology) Social sciences (e.g., economics, sociology) Engineering (e.g., software, mechanical, electrical, biomedical) Arts and design (e.g., visual, digital, fashion design, architecture) Math (e.g., calculus, physics, statistics) Good communication skills , attention to detail, and a joyful approach to teaching English language proficiency Benefits Part-Time/Seasonal Employee discounts offered to Campus Cafe. Competitive benefits packages available for Full Time employees BACK TO ALL JOBS

  • Extracurriculars | 2nd Nature Academy

    Extracurriculars Fall 2024 Cross Country Grades 5-8 Intro to Drama Club Grades 2-4 Drama Club Grades 5-12 Yearbook Club Grades 8-12 D&D Club Grades 8-12 GSA @ Lunch Bunch Grades 6-12 Past/Future Seasons Track & Field (Spring) Grades 5-8 Ski & Snowboard Club (Winter) Grades K-12 Debate Team Grades 7-12

  • Early Childhood Education Team Member

    Nature's Pathways at 2nd Nature Academy is seeking flexible team members for our early childhood education programs. Early Childhood Education Team Member Full Time About the job Nature's Pathways at 2nd Nature Academy is seeking flexible team members for our early childhood education programs . On the job training is provided. KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide quality, nurturing child care and hands-on early learning experiences Engage with children in outdoor/nature based activities as well as in a classroom setting Work collaboratively to maintain consistent written and verbal communication with the families of children in your care Help maintain the cleanliness of your classroom and the center APPLY NOW The ideal candidate The ideal candidate: enjoys working with young children. has an interest in growing and learning. enjoys spending time outdoors. is comfortable getting on a child's level and engaging with them. is reliable, responsible, and safety-minded. Requirements Strong communication skills Punctuality and reliability Propensity to work collaboratively as a member of a team Willingness to embrace outdoor education Preferred: Experience working with young children Preferred: CPR Certification Preferred: Child Development Associate Certification Benefits Our competitive benefits package includes options in: health insurance, dental insurance, 401(k), child tuition discount, employee tuition assistance, and more! BACK TO ALL JOBS

  • COVID-19: A Healthy Education | 2nd Nature Academy

    2nd Nature Academy classes regularly utilizes outdoor space for inquiry and exploration, Project Based Learning experiences, Place-based Education opportunities. Our new, healthy, high-performance school building boasts spacious, well appointed classrooms with large windows that provide ample natural daylight and natural air flow. Small class sizes, flexible seating options, and creative classroom arrangements enhance the learning experience and provide for social distancing while indoors. COVID-19: A HEALTHY EDUCATION 2nd Nature Academy is situated on a 39 acre campus in South Nashua, NH/Dunstable, MA and abuts roughly 700 acres of pristine conserved and protected land. 2nd Nature Academy classes regularly utilize this outdoor space for inquiry and exploration, Project Based Learning experiences, Place-based Education opportunities, and environmental science activities, as well as other authentic, hands-on, learning practices. Our modern and healthy, high-performance facilities boast spacious, well-appointed classrooms with large windows that provide ample natural daylight and natural air flow. As has always aligned with our philosophy, outdoor time is encouraged whenever possible. With abundant open air classroom spaces, multiple fields, expansive forests, an educational animal barn, school vegetable gardens, freshwater ponds, glacial eskers, rolling hills, and seasonal wetlands and bogs, there is adequate space for all classes to participate in meaningful outdoor educational experiences throughout the day. Current COVID-19 health considerations include: Enhanced cleaning and disinfecting using EPA-approved cleaners and sanitizers Frequent hand-washing for all ages Frequent use of outdoor spaces, including outdoor classrooms Classroom windows open whenever possible Heat recovery ventilation system in all buildings Strict adherence to sick policies While COVID-19 vaccination is not required to enroll in our programs, we do require children to receive the immunizations required by New Hampshire state law and regulation for attendance at public schools.

  • Outdoor Gear | 2nd Nature Academy

    A comprehensive guide for appropriate gear all year-round OUTDOOR NEEDS Keep at School Year-Round Bug spray Sunscreen Rain coat or rain suit Rain/muck boots Lint roller for tick checks Printable "Cheat Sheet" LABEL EVERYTHING This will help your child keep track of their possessions, as well as allow their teacher(s) to assist them. Daily Tick Prevention Practices @ School Staff or student reapplies bug spray, as needed Staff or student checks clothing and hairlines (This is not the same as a thorough, at-home check!) @ Home AM Apply bug spray before school, on days with temperatures over 40°F Conduct thorough tick checks each evening (Bath time is the best time! Check in warm, dark crevices and hairlines.) PM Fall Winter Spring Summer Leia Organa When we speak of educating the whole person, we are referring to all aspects of child and student development: cognitive, social, emotional, and physical. Climbing, running, jumping, throwing, catching, and balancing are critical to the development of youths. Therefore, it is our policy to go outdoors most days, in rain or shine. However, certain weather conditions may prevent us from going out. Heavy rain, thunderstorms, extreme cold, and icy conditions, for example, would be instances when we would keep students inside. In addition, we will frequently be working in the garden, hiking in the woods, and observing wildlife in the fields and around the ponds. We request, then, that your student is appropriately dressed for rugged outdoor activities. FALL September - November Seasonal Gear for School/Care Light jacket, sweater, or sweatshirt Mittens & hat, as needed Disease-Carriers Mosquitos may be present through the early part of the season Tick activity continues into fall and mild winter weather (>40 ° F) without snow cover. November - March WINTER Seasonal Gear for School/Care Medium-weight jacket to heavy winter coat Hat Warm mittens Gear for Snowy Days + Snow boots + Snow pants Prohibited Gear (Safety Hazards) for Infants - Elementary School Scarves Sweatshirts or jackets with strings SPRING March - June Seasonal Gear for School/Care Light jacket, sweater, or sweatshirt Mittens & hat, as needed Disease-Carriers Tick activity begins in late winter with mild temperatures (>40 ° F) without snow cover and continues throughout the season Mosquitos will return in the latter half of the season Fall Winter Spring Seasonal Gear for Camp/Care Sun hat or baseball cap Prohibited Gear (Safety Hazards) Open-toed or non-secured shoes/sandals (e.g., Crocs) SUMMER June - August Gear for Water Play Days + Bathing suit + Towel + Closed-toe water shoes Disease-Carriers Tick nymphs are out and about! These babies are very tiny and harder to spot. Mosquitos will be out in full swing Summer

  • SNACC (SNA Community Committee) | 2nd Nature Academy

    The SNA Community Committee (SNACC) plans and organizes special events and activities that enhance the sense of community at our school. SNACC has aided in preparation, organized, and hosted several community events for students and their families, including seasonal festivals, pancake breakfasts, spaghetti suppers, bake sales, raffles, and a variety of school-based fundraisers to benefit our educational community. 2 NATURE ACADEMY COMMUNITY COMMITTEE ND Research indicates that family engagement in schools promotes student achievement and success. Families are essential partners in providing high quality education and programming. SNACC's mission is to encourage our wider school community to help strengthen the SNA community through a volunteer partnership. If you are interested in joining SNACC as a volunteer, please email SNACC@2ndnatureacademy.com .

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2nd Nature Academy is a student-centered educational community that fosters inquiry, exploration, experience, and achievement. We develop well-rounded and independent critical thinkers who are able to create, communicate, collaborate, and conquer challenges, in order to contribute fully to society.

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