At Little Forest School, we’re not just hiring—we’re inviting you to help shape something meaningful.
As a nonprofit nature-based childcare center, we’re creating a space where children lead the way through curiosity, creativity, and muddy hands. We're looking for:
This is more than a job—it’s a chance to:
Co-create an innovative forest school curriculum
Grow with a passionate team
Become part of a community-driven effort
If you're excited about building something new and believe that sticks and stones make some of the best learning tools—we’d love to meet you.
Pay Rate: $18–$20/hour
Ages Served: 3 months to 2.5 years
Reports to: Childcare Director
Location: Manitowish Waters, WI
Benefits:
Paid time off: 12 PTO days (year 0-2)
Holiday pay: 10 paid holidays & Christmas Eve through New Years Day paid
Cigna Health Insurance: employee coverage 80%; Family Coverage 50%
Delta Dental & Vision: Employee coverage 100%; Family Coverage optional
Tuition reimbursement
Simple IRA's: 3% employer match
Health Saving's Account: $100/month contribution (eligible employees)
Complimentary Household Membership to North Lakeland Discovery Center
The Childcare Teacher supports the development and delivery of high-quality, nature- and play-based programs. This role involves:
Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons rooted in nature and play-based learning
Foster achievement, belonging, and relationships through intentional programming
Make systematic observations and assessments to support each child’s development
Maintain accurate records (lesson plans, evaluations, child assessments)
Provide updates to Childcare Director as needed
Oversee daily classroom operations and ensure a safe, inclusive environment
Supervise assistants, aides, and volunteers
Ensure compliance with all licensing and safety regulations
Support ADA accommodations for inclusivity
Maintain cleanliness and safety of program site and equipment
Uphold confidentiality of children’s and families’ information
Complete:
Build strong relationships with families through:
Connect families with community resources
Attend and contribute to:
Staff meetings
Training sessions
Childcare events
Participate in creating a positive, collaborative school culture
CPR, First Aid, and AED (or obtained within 3 months of hire)
Abusive Head Trauma Prevention Training
SIDS
Mandated Reporter
Wisconsin Registry Certificate:
Level 4 minimum
Level 7+ preferred
Ability to build authentic relationships with diverse families and children
Physically able to:
Bend, lift, and sit at children's level
Stay active throughout the day
Comfortable with exposure to:
Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities
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