Join Our Team at Nature School LA!
Position: Part-Time Forest School Teacher (2 Days)
Location: Los Angeles, CA
About Us:
Nature School LA is a forest school program where children learn through play, exploration, and connection to the natural world. Our classroom is outdoors — filled with trees, wind, soil, and endless wonder.
The Role:
We’re looking for a creative, caring, and reliable teacher to join our team for 2 days . This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who loves children, values nature, and believes in hands-on, play-based learning.
Responsibilities include:
- Guiding children ages 2–6 in outdoor exploration, play, and projects
- Supporting social–emotional learning through gentle guidance
- Leading nature-based activities: storytelling, art, science, and movement
- Ensuring safety, kindness, and joy in the outdoor classroom
- Online: document daily activities, meetings
- Develop lesson plans
- Communicate with parents
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has experience working with young children (early childhood background a plus)
- Loves being outdoors in all weather
- Brings warmth, creativity, and teamwork
- Is reliable, flexible, and open-hearted and open-minded
- Satisfied with 2 days of work and can commit for the full school year
Minimum Requirements:
- 2 years experience working with toddlers and preschoolers
- Experience working outdoors
- First Aid + CPR for children and adults certified
- Comfortable with leading activities, games and songs
- Familiar with the emergent curriculum is a plus
- Have a reliable means of transportation
- Have a working phone
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate Degree, Bachelor’s Degree
- Degree in Environmental Studies, Biology, Ecology or other sciences
- Min. 12 ECE Units
- Knowledge of NGSS standards
- Outdoor education experience
- Experience in Reggio, Montessori, and/or Waldorf teaching models
- Botany and plant education
Hours + Compensation:
- 2 days (TBD)
- Dates: 09/8/2025 - 06/12/26
- Time: 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM, and possibly to 3 PM
- Pay: $19.75- $24.75 (based on experience)
- Time: 8:30am-1:30pm and 3pm
- Optional retirement plan
- Health Insurance through Covered California
If you believe in the magic of childhood, the importance of nature, and the joy of learning outdoors — we’d love to hear from you!
To apply, please send your resume + cover letter about why forest school excites you.
Pay: $19.75 - $24.75 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Application Question(s):
- You understand this is a part-time position with 2 days a week of work ?
Education:
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Los Angeles, CA 90016 (Required)
Work Location: In person
