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< Back Jacy Mikenas Grade 1/2 Assistant (Lower Elementary School) After School Leader Jacy Mikenas has been working in education since she was 15 and has always found joy and passion for it. Working with a wide variety of age ranges from varying backgrounds, Jacy has loved it all, as she herself loves to learn and is constantly doing so through her students, experience, and each educational endeavor pursued. She feels particularly passionate about working in special education, meeting each child where they are at, and building rapport and relationships with her students. While still pursuing her degree, and simply unable to pick a single preferred age group, her goal is to be dual-certified in special education as well as a school guidance counselor. In her free time, Jacy enjoys going to the beach, spending time outside, reading a good book, watching a good series, and spending time with friends and family. Education Pursuing Associate Degree in Education from NHTI Graduate with distinction from Manchester School of Technology Work Experience 2023 - Present Grade 1/2 Assistant at 2nd Nature Academy Camp Lovewell Assistant Director at Camp Lovewell 2021 - Present Pre-Elementary School Leader at 2nd Nature Academy Lead Camp Counselor at Camp Lovewell at 2nd Nature Academy 2021 - 2023 Para Educator at Parkside Middle School (Manchester, NH) 2020 - 2021 Americorps Member with City Year New Hampshire (Manchester, NH) 2020 - 2020 Associate Teacher at RainbowLand Child Development Center (Bedford, NH) 2018 - 2019 Childcare Aide at RainbowLand Child Development Center (Bedford, NH)

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ECE HOME PRE-ELEMENTARY OUR EDUCATORS INFANT & TODDLER PROGRAMS TODDLER PROGRAM ​ Toddlers are the busiest age group. They are just beginning to actively explore and interact with the world around them and are in constant motion. As such, the children need meaningful activities, engaged caregivers, and constant supervision. We provide a safe environment in which the children may explore and manipulate their surroundings without fear of failure or getting hurt. Caregivers provide a developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum that is varied and engaging. ​ Transitioning from infant to toddler care also marks the transition from individual to group schedules. Our toddler classrooms feature group activities, set routines, and clear classroom boundaries. These are developed to best serve the children currently enrolled and remain flexible as new children join the classroom. A typical day in our toddler program follows an emergent curriculum and includes: ​ TODDLER PROGRAM ​structured and unstructured playtime inquiry-based, hands-on learning activities literacy-based activities hands-on science and math activities art music and movement school-provided morning and afternoon snacks school-provided lunch nap/rest time diapering/toilet training outdoor play walks and hikes barn animal visits ​ AGE GROUPS & CLASS MOVEMENT ​ We believe there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all approach to child growth and development. As such, our early childhood classrooms enroll a range of ages. This allows us to move children based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to: birth date, social and emotional skills, gross motor and fine motor development, ease of transitions, and communication skills. Our infant and toddler programs center around developmentally appropriate practices and an emergent curriculum that foster and respect the natural curiosity of each child. ​ ​ AGE GROUPS & CLASS MOVEMENT INFANT PROGRAM Early experiences have a profound effect on a child’s later development. The first twelve months in particular are the most developmentally critical. Great gains are made in a child’s physical, emotional, social, cognitive, sensory, motor, and language development. ​ Our caregivers provide a safe, nurturing, stimulating, soothing, and loving environment for your infant. They provide guidance and set safe limits while respecting your baby’s curiosity. By allowing babies to safely explore, our caregivers help your child to develop the confidence needed to try new things and develop skills. ​ A typical day in our infant program includes time for holding and rocking, feeding, tummy time, motor skill development, verbal interactions, musical exposure, supervised floor play, outdoor walks, diapering, and napping. At this age, children are on individualized schedules for sleeping and feeding. INFANT PROGRAM OUR EDUCATORS... ​ provide a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment. encourage exploration. value personal interests. respect individual needs and development. meet the daily needs of all children enrolled. ​ Meet our educators >> OUR EDUCATORS Emergent Curriculum is all about following student interest and inquiry. Activities, projects, and the overall learning environment are planned based on the specific group of children. Learn more >> WHAT IS EMERGENT CURRICULUM?

Join our team! Camp Lovewell seeks patient, mature, responsible counselors with good leadership skills. Counselors must be at least 16 years of age and are expected to greet new campers, explain and model camp rules, supervise camp activities, display good moral character, and provide for the health and safety of the campers in their charge. Camp counselors should be prepared to work all summer. DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTIONS Apply Now If you prefer to submit an employment application via email or mail, please click here . Apply by Mail or E-Mail If you prefer to submit a PDF or paper application, please submit a completed application form to: camplovewell@2ndnatureacademy.com with the subject line, “Camp Lovewell Employment” ​ or ​ Camp Lovewell Attn: Camp Director 10 Groton Road Nashua, NH 03062 GET APPLICATION FORM PDF App

AGE GROUPS & CLASS MOVEMENT ​ We believe there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all approach to child growth and development. As such, our early childhood classrooms enroll a range of ages. This allows us to move children based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to: birth date, social and emotional skills, gross motor and fine motor development, ease of transitions, and communication skills. ​ Our pre-elementary programs are typically separated into three different age groups: AGE GROUPS & CLASS MOVEMENT Preschool – Children who turn three by September 30 Prekindergarten – Children who turn four by September 30 Interim-kindergarten - Children who turn five by January 1 and meet social and emotional development requirements THE UNIQUENESS OF EACH LEARNER ​ At Nature's Pathways, we recognize children as individuals with unique personalities and learning styles. Children grow and learn through the process of exploration and discovery. Each child learns at a different pace and acquires knowledge in a different manner. Children actively form relationships in various ways and obtain understanding through different approaches. In order for all children to successfully attain cognitive, physical, social and emotional development, our degreed teachers provide enriching materials, a safe nurturing environment, clearly set boundaries and expectations, and plenty of opportunity for exploration. THE UNIQUENESS OF EACH LEARNER KINDERGARTEN All children must be toilet trained to be eligible for any of our pre-elementary programs. LIFELONG LEARNING: BEYOND KINDERGARTEN READINESS ​ The pre-elementary program seeks to set children up for future social, emotional, and academic success rather than implement specific academic curriculum before the children are developmentally ready. As children progress through the pre-elementary program, they will be introduced to a variety of academic concepts and skills that will help prepare them for kindergarten and beyond. Our pre-elementary program seeks to expose children to a variety of subjects, disciplines, and skills in an age-appropriate way. The program features (based on age and development): LIFELONG LEARNING: BEYOND KINDERGARTEN READINESS ​ Art instruction to introduce different media and visual arts techniques Literacy skills rooted in the Orton-Gillingham method of instruction Inquiry-based, hands-on science and math Music and movement activities Multi-sensory fine motor and pre-writing activities that encourage proper handwriting techniques Outdoor play in playground and surrounding fields and forest Hikes and nature exploration Visits to barn animals Social-emotional skills development to encourage future problem solving, collaboration, and leadership Nurturing care to encourage confidence and self-advocacy A LEARNING ENVIRONMENT BUILT FOR CHILDREN ​ In our pre-elementary programs, we value cooperation, interaction, and willingness to accept challenges. We focus on individual strengths and value the uniqueness of each learner. While there are many curricular goals we set out to achieve, the process we use to accomplish these objectives varies from child to child. Our goal is to remain developmentally appropriate, and allow children to learn and explore in a way that is play-based and supportive. By providing diversified materials and numerous opportunities for observation, exploration, and inquiry, nearly all children will become true learners and problem solvers. A LEARNING ENVIRONMENT BUILT FOR CHILDREN Emergent Curriculum is all about following student interest and inquiry. Activities, projects, and the overall learning environment are planned based on the specific group of children. Learn more >> WHAT IS EMERGENT CURRICULUM? ECE HOME INFANTS & TODDLERS OUR EDUCATORS PRE-ELEMENTARY PROGRAMS

SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM 2nd Nature Academy lunches are prepared on-site, fresh each day . Menus are posted monthly. Each lunch is served with milk and is carefully planned to provide a delicious, well-balanced meal option. Whenever possible, the menu features seasonally available fresh fruit and vegetables grown in our own pesticide-free gardens. MONTHLY MENUS MAY BE VIEWED & ORDERS PLACED ON THE FACTS FAMILY PORTAL

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

FACULTY At 2nd Nature Academy, we pride ourselves on having a dynamic staff of educators that excel at engaging students, building trusting relationships, and modeling respect and compassion. They are comfortable instructing in the classroom, the outdoors, and beyond. Our educational staff are highly credentialed in their respective focuses. We invite you to get to know a little more about our educator family by clicking through to each educator's profile. Meghan Ayer she/her Head of School Mathematics (Middle School) Learn more Keishla Lopez she/her Kindergarten (Lower Elementary) ​ Learn more Melissa Coakley she/her Grade 4/5 (Upper Elementary) ​ Learn more Lindsey Bates she/her History (Middle/High School) ​ Learn more Ryan Slate he/him Physical Education After School Leader Learn more Kelly Santos she/her Substitute ​ Learn more Kaitlin Quinn-Stearns she/her Director of Admissions & Administration AP Capstone Instructor Learn more Jacy Mikenas she/her Grade 1/2 Assistant (Lower Elementary School) After School Leader Learn more Bernadette Chiccino she/her English Language Arts (Middle/High School) Executive Function Skills (Middle/High School) Learn more Maria Oca Jordan she/her/Ella Spanish Learn more Sarah Thompson she/her Visual Arts Learn more Debbie Gleeson she/her Founder Grade 1/2 (Lower Elementary) Learn more Ariana Hernandez she/her Grade 3 (Lower Elementary School) Learn more Courtney Mehurg she/her Science (Middle/High School) ​ Learn more Xiangli "Nini" Wu she/her/她 (tā) Mandarin (Chinese) Mathematics (Middle/High School) Learn more Alison Pearson she/her Librarian ​ Learn more