nature study
Brushy Creek, TX
Charlotte Mason Co-op Cedar Park
We are a co-op that meets bi-weekly to study the riches together indoors using Ambleside Online. And bi-weekly for nature study outdoors using Exploring Nature with Children.
We cover Artist Study, Hymns, Composer Study, Folksongs, Bible, Poetry, Read Alouds and Narrations, Watercolors, Drawing, Nature Study, and Field Trips. September to May, off holidays. Most appropriate for school age children.
CA
Magnolia Schoolhouse
Magnolia Schoolhouse is a conservative Catholic faith-focused Charlotte Mason homeschool co-op. We are parent-run and led, focusing on children of all ages from preschool to 12th grade.
Magnolia Schoolhouse believes in the old schoolhouse mentality, where many children of varying ages can learn together and from each other. We offer weekly outings and weekly group co-op lessons where children can build friendships and socialize, as well as meet-ups for nature study and art and even weekend family day trips. We also give support to parents who are homeschooling for the first time or homeschooling multiple children in the Catholic faith, along with Charlotte Mason's methods and philosophies. We believe in building a community of like-minded families where our children can grow and thrive together.
Iowa Colony, TX
Nature Study Club
We are a nature study club meeting bi-monthly south of Houston, TX.
Using the Handbook of Nature Study, we come together to explore and appreciate the world around us. Our current students range in age from baby/preschool to upper elementary.
Phoenix, AZ
Charlotte Mason In Phoenix (area) Facebook Group
We are a gathering and networking place for all CM homeschoolers in the Greater Phoenix metro area and surrounding cities. Connect with others in the area to find like-minded families, join mothers' books studies, nature clubs, co-ops, and other meet-ups, along with AZ specific info like cultural events, AZ history sites/books, and nature hikes.
Cedar City, UT
Juniper and Birch Forest School
Juniper and Birch Forest School is a secular, weekly class honoring Charlotte Mason's philosophies. We operate outdoors in all seasons with a mission to connect children with the natural world around them. We employ nature study practices, offer living and life-giving books, and plan emergent curriculum that is child-centered. Always looking to add to our community here in Southern Utah!
NSW
Hunter Region (NSW Australia) CM Network
Network for Charlotte Mason educating parents in the Hunter Valley (including Newcastle) region of NSW to connect through in-person reading groups, nature outings and to discuss future group learning options.
San Jose, CA
Looking for Full-Time Elementary Teacher at Brightside (housing available) for the 2024-2025 School Year
Brightside is currently seeking a Full-Time Elementary Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. Brightside is a unique educational initiative fueled by curiosity, nature and play. We are seeking a dedicated educator to join our team and provide an inspiring educational experience for 4-10 children ranging from preschool to 5th grade. Our educational philosophy is deeply influenced by relational education, emphasizing lifelong learning, respect, excellence, and joy. Please send your applications to sarajoshto@gmail.com with Subject: Elementary Teacher at Brightside
Expectations:
- Embrace and implement the Charlotte Mason philosophy and pedagogy, which emphasizes the importance of immersive literature, nature study, and hands-on learning. Her ideas are based on the belief that children are born persons with their own unique personalities, interests, and abilities.
- Model habits of respect, excellence, and joy in all interactions.
- Explore CM's original writings to enhance teaching methods.
- Maintain classroom cleanliness and order.
- Cultivate an environment of kindness and calm, focusing on aiding students in mastery.
- Promote a discrimination-free learning environment.
- Serve as a role model in speech, mannerism, discipline, dress, and performance.
- Be comfortable with a curriculum that uses few textbooks and requires teachers to master and teach their subjects without the usual educational aids and lesson guides.
Training & Meetings:
- Participate in Charlotte Mason Institute’s CORE training, an 8-week program with weekly assignments and discussions (schedule based on hire date, costs will be covered by us).
- Access resources from Alveary, including tutorials and webinars.
- Attend inservice days and training sessions as required.
- Complete CPR and abuse training.
- Engage in Parent Training events and regular tutor meetings.
Lesson Planning:
- Collaborate on lesson planning, following the CM-inspired Alveary curriculum.
- Plan lessons one week in advance and communicate adjustments promptly.
- Implement the Method of a Lesson.
- Instruct in many areas of study, covering 12-16 subjects a week, in addition to cultivating habits such as attention, courtesy, honesty, thoroughness, accuracy, and punctuality.
Evaluation:
- Collaborate with the Director or consultant to evaluate and enhance teaching methods.
- Maintain an open-door policy for parents and Board members.
Substitutes:
- Coordinate substitutes when necessary.
- Ensure substitutes have lesson plans and required materials.
- Follow guidelines for substitute payments.
Communication:
- Maintain regular communication with parents through emails and parent conferences.
- Respond promptly to parent/tutor/Director/board communication.
Administering Examinations:
- Assist with evaluating Alveary exam questions, administering exams, and grading exams.
- Utilize designated days for grading and communication.
Atmosphere:
- Foster an atmosphere of respect, excellence, and joy.
- Align with Brightside’s values and guidelines.
Requirements:
- Candidates must have a commitment to education and learning, love learning, hold the authority of teacher, and know or demonstrate an eagerness to come to know Charlotte Mason’s philosophy of education.
- Candidates must be willing and eager to live in a community by leading with gratitude, making and keeping commitments, being honest, and always hospitable.
- Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree; a teaching certificate is not required.
- Demonstrated experience with and love for children.
- Passion for lifelong learning.
Brightside Provides the Following:
- Separate housing is available for candidates who prefer to live on-site and can be included as part of the compensation package.
- A curriculum outline based upon CMI’s Alveary, with adjustments as needed.
- Advice on curriculum and scheduling.
- All training and videos in Alveary.
- Tutor training and payment for any required training.
- Excellent training and expectation-setting.
- Regular feedback and support.
- All necessary furniture and supplies for the classroom.
- Consulting as needed.
- An uplifting and encouraging community passionate about making a difference in the lives of our students, families, and one another.
CA: An At Will State
As an at-will state, we operate on a trial basis for the first 30 days. If for some reason the relationship is not mutually beneficial, there is freedom for either party to end it.
If you have a passion for education, a love for children, delight in learning, reading, and studying, and if you are developing a passion for Charlotte Mason’s philosophy, we invite you to apply!
Please send your applications to sarajoshto@gmail.com with Subject: Elementary Teacher at Brightside
Cranston, RI
Bookclub
Looking to start a bookclub group in RI
Odessa, TX
Odessa/Midland Charlotte Mason Families
Charlotte Mason Families in the Odessa/Midland, TX area. We live life together doing nature studies weekly, mother culture/book studies monthly, and other activities. We are here to support each other.
We also do weekly math concept workshops in the CM method.
Yucaipa, CA
Veni et Vide Charlotte Mason Guild
Are you a CM family who desires community, growth, and support on your CM journey? We are a small group of moms looking to expand an ongoing Charlotte Mason & Classical education reading circle near Redlands CA, that aims to meet monthly to encourage each other and discuss scheduled readings, CM philosophy, and mother culture.
As home-educating families dedicated to implementing Charlotte Mason’s philosophy in our homes, we aim to encourage each other in this education of atmosphere, discipline, and a life. Like a medieval guild, which was an association of artisans who oversaw the practice of their trade or craft in a particular area and aimed to uphold common goals of quality and agreed standards, we hope to gather around a shared interest in CM to improve our knowledge and educational craft, and to affirm best practices for those principles in a variety of family contexts.
All levels of understanding are encouraged and welcomed! In alignment with Charlotte Mason’s Philosophy, this group will uphold a biblical worldview, affirming that the Word of God is true and serves as the foundation of our beliefs. We affirm the Apostles and Nicene Creeds. We are not aiming to blend neo-classical methods (ages and stages, such as the popular Classical Conversations formula) with Charlotte Mason, but see her as a unique participant in a deep, rich, living, diverse, classical tradition that we can also engage with and create community around.
Our hope is to connect with other families in our area who want to know more and share commitment to this educational method through activities such as a parents/moms study group (reading, discussing, and applying CM's volumes and other related education books), nature study, and educational outings. *with more interest and participation this group can expand to include a broader range of enrichment/activities*
Although we do make space for unexpected circumstances, moms attending at least 75% of study group meetings per term is the ideal minimum requirement for participation, as well as doing any agreed assigned readings.
"Veni et Vide" or, "Come and See" for yourself the rich and beautiful education of an atmosphere, discipline, and life with us! Contact for current meeting details.