Summer Preschool Teacher in nature inspired program

Summary

Part-Time/Seasonal: 20-25 hours/week

Dates: Start April/May (possibility to start training in April with work starting in May-August 2024 with a possibility for extension)

Position Overview

Children's center in Craftsbury, VT seeks a collaborative assistant teacher in our preschool classroom. Duties include daily care and assistance with educational activities in our Montessori, nature, and community-inspired program for children ages 3 - 5 years, with some care of toddler-aged children. You'll have the support of other program teachers, and our directors to support a holistic and inspiring program. A strong candidate is excited about guiding children through social-emotional growth in an indoor and outdoor learning environment.

Program Overview

Craftsbury Saplings is a year-round non-profit committed to high-quality care for our community of toddlers and preschoolers, with learning that values and nourishes each child’s innate wisdom. Our program is rooted in community engagement and outdoor learning in our garden, field, and forest. We are inspired by diverse teaching philosophies and a team approach. Visit www.craftsburysaplings.org to learn more.

Duties

• Create and implement inspiring outdoor and farming curriculum
• Daily care routines for children 3 to 5 years old (sometimes younger children)
• Assist in maintaining safe and inviting spaces that inspire creativity, self-confidence, & cooperation with peers 
• Follow state licensing standards & program policies
• Support child skill development through individual/small group activities - reading, singing, art, self-care, etc.
• Support the daily flow of the indoor and outdoor classrooms 
• Assist with daily cleaning routines and organization of indoor and outdoor classrooms
• Participate in training and continued education, as necessary for the role

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age with a minimum of a high school diploma/Associate's Degree preferred
• Have 1-year experience working with children from birth to grade 3
• With the support of center resources willing to participate in Professional Development
• CPR and First Aid Certified, or be willing to obtain
• Excited to work outdoors daily with children 

Benefits

• Up to 2 weeks of paid time off and 2 paid holidays
• Healthy, locally sourced lunches provided for staff
• Free membership to the Craftsbury Outdoor Center with discounted programming and fitness classes
• Discount to a local Farm Food Share (CSA)