Position
Intern as a Preschool Teacher
Operating Hours
Monday – Thursday, 8 am – 2 pm
Location: Huckleberry Preschool located in Issaquah, WA
*In Person Position
Supervisor: Katherine Leach
Email Resume to: katherine@huckleberrypreschool.org
- Washington state law requires all staff and volunteers to have a COVID-19 vaccination.
Responsibilities
- Operate an in home preschool both indoor and outdoor with 6 children aged 3 – 5 years old with lead 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
- Develop strong behavior management skills that keep children safe and teaches respect for others and the natural world
- Develop confidence and ability to safely hike with a group of 6 children with lead teacher
- 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: Working on Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education with interest in nature-based programs. Natural Science or other related degrees considered with demonstrated early childhood experience
- Portable Background Check cleared through MERIT
- Interest in creating lesson plans with emphasis on nature
- Practice 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 50lbs, hike and pull wagons with children
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