Job Description
Job Description
Summary
Are you passionate about early childhood education and love the great outdoors? Our small, non-profit program is seeking a dedicated and creative full-time preschool teacher to work with a small group of approximately 10 children. You will be part of a collaborative co-teaching team, fostering a lifelong love of learning and nature.
We are a non-profit organization dedicated to providing high-quality, nature and play-based early childhood education. Our philosophy centers on hands-on experiences and inquiry-based learning in both indoor and outdoor settings. Our team environment is collaborative, supportive, and committed to professional development, ensuring that our educators are always growing and making a real impact.
If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated educator ready to inspire young minds in a unique learning environment, we would love to hear from you.
We are willing to train the right person.
Duties
Key Responsibilities
- Curriculum Development:Collaborate with your co-teacher to design and implement a dynamic, multi-sensory curriculum that reflects the children's interests and developmental needs.
- Outdoor Education:Spend a significant portion of each day outdoors in our natural learning environment, guiding children in exploration and discovery across all seasons.
- Nurturing Environment:Provide a safe, warm, and supportive space where children feel comfortable taking risks and exploring their curiosity.
- Assessment Communication:Observe and record children's learning and development, sharing professional observations and building strong relationships with families through regular communication.
- Team Collaboration:Work closely with a co-teacher and other staff, contributing to a positive team environment and participating in regular team meetings.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Is at least 20 years of age, is a high school graduate or has completed their GED and has one of the following qualifications:
- A vermont Early Childhood Ladder Level Three Certificate
- An associate degree with a major or concentration in Early Childhood, Child and Human Development, Elementary Education, Child and Family Services or Related Field
- Certificate of Completion from the Registered Child Care Apprenticeship Program
- Child Care Certificate from the Community College of Vermont
- Complete of Child Development Associate Certificate (CDA)
- Successful completion of 21 college credits with early childhood or school age focus
- Minimum one year of experience working with children grade 3 and younger
- Ability to relate well with children
- Understanding of curriculum development for the age group assigned to
Nice To Haves
Infant/Child CPR and First Aid
Medication Administration
Benefits
Paid Time Off
- Holidays
- Vacation
- Sick
- Professional Development
Dental
Vision
Child care Discount
Vermont Saves Retirement Plan