Preschool Teacher

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$20.00/hr - $23.00/hr

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 ten 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.

• 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.

• Must be at least 20 years of age, a high school graduate or GED holder.
• Has one of the following qualifications:
  • Vermont Early Childhood Ladder Level Three Certificate
  • Associate degree in Early Childhood, Child and Human Development, Elementary Education, Child and Family Services, or a related field.
  • Certificate of Completion from the Registered Child Care Apprenticeship Program.
  • Child Care Certificate from the Community College of Vermont.
  • Complete Child Development Associate Certificate (CDA).
  • Successful completion of 21 college credits with an 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.

• Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Medication administration experience.

• Paid Time Off:
  Holidays, Vacation, Sick, Professional Development
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Child care discount
• Vermont Saves Retirement Plan

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