Nature-Based Preschool Teacher

Position:
Lead teacher facilitating nature-based education with 8 children aged 3-5 years old with assistance from co-teacher.

School Information: huckleberrypreschool.org

Start Date: September 5th, 2023
End Date: June 28th, 2024
Opportunity to continue summer camps and the following school year, 2024-25

Compensation:
$20- 27/hour depending on experience and education

Benefits:
17 days paid vacation for school breaks and holidays
4 Paid personal/sick days
Health Insurance covered through Washington State Department of Children, Youth and Families

Weekly Hours:
Monday – Thursday, 7:45 am – 2:15 pm
26 Hours/week with additional hours for at home planning and occasional school events.

Supervisor and teaching partner: Katherine Leach
Email Resume to: katherine@huckleberrypreschool.org

Responsibilities

  • Operate an in home preschool both indoor and outdoor with a maximum of 8 children aged 3 – 5 years old as a co-teacher.
  • Implement nature-based curriculum that encompasses the whole child. This includes, social, emotional, physical and academic skills through hands on learning
  • Interact with children to encourage positive self-concept and enthusiasm for the discovery process
  • Strong behavior management skills that keep children safe and teaches respect for others and the natural world
  • Confidence and ability to safely hike with a group of 8 children
  • Operate program within the guidelines and standards of Washington State Department of Children Youth and Families
  • Develop relationships with parents, updating them on daily activities, addressing concerns and celebrating accomplishments
  • Daily food preparation, clean up and facility upkeep

Qualifications

  • Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education with experience in nature-based programs. Natural Science or other related degrees/experience considered with demonstrated early childhood experience
  • Completed Child Care Basics 30 hour course (if bachelor’s degree has not been obtained)
  • Portable Background Check and Fingerprints cleared through MERIT
  • Current adult, child and pediatric CPR/First Aid & Blood Borne Pathogens Training
  • Food Handlers Permit
  • Safe Sleep Training
  • Negative TB Test
  • Washington state law requires all staff and volunteers to have a COVID-19 vaccination.
  • Strength in creating lesson plans with emphasis on nature
  • Experience in developmentally appropriate practices for social and emotional growth
  • Takes initiative, demonstrates problem solving
  • Works well as a individualist as well as a team member
  • Enthusiasm for working in all weather conditions
  • Ability to lift 30lbs, hike outdoors

Additional Details: The certifications listed above can be obtained after hire and paid for by Huckleberry Preschool