Overview
Join our vibrant team as a Nature Based Preschool One Teacher, where your passion for early childhood education and love for the outdoors come together to create a dynamic learning environment. In this role, you will inspire young children through engaging, nature-centered activities that foster curiosity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning. You’ll play a vital part in nurturing children’s social-emotional development, cognitive growth, and physical well-being by integrating outdoor exploration with foundational preschool curricula. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a beautiful natural setting that encourages hands-on discovery and environmental stewardship.
Duties
- Develop and implement innovative curriculum plans that incorporate outdoor activities, environmental education, and age-appropriate lessons aligned with early childhood standards.
- Facilitate daily classroom routines that promote safety, engagement, and positive behavior management in both indoor and outdoor settings.
- Support children’s social-emotional growth by guiding behavior management strategies rooted in respect, patience, and understanding.
- Collaborate with families to communicate children’s progress, developmental milestones, and any special needs or interventions required.
- Incorporate best practices in childhood development instruction, including literacy education, math concepts, and physical education.
- Ensure compliance with mandated reporting laws and child welfare policies to maintain a safe and nurturing environment.
- Maintain detailed documentation of lesson plans, student assessments, and classroom activities to support ongoing educational planning and reporting requirements.
Experience
- Proven experience working with young children in preschool or daycare settings, preferably within outdoor or nature-based programs.
- Strong background in curriculum development tailored to early childhood education principles including STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math), and literacy instruction.
- Experience teaching physical education activities and integrating environmental themes into lesson plans.
- Knowledge of childhood development stages and the ability to adapt teaching methods accordingly.
- Prior classroom experience demonstrating effective communication skills with children, families, and team members is preferred.
Embark on this rewarding journey where every day offers new opportunities for discovery! We’re dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that supports professional growth while making a positive difference in children’s lives through innovative outdoor learning experiences.
Pay: $16.50 - $18.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
