Early Childhood Outdoor Education Teacher

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Organization

The Gazebo School

Job Posted

July 21, 2025

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Remote

No

Contact Name

Sarah Alford

Contact Email

gazeboschoolmaine@gmail.com

Contact Phone

207-363-4927

Deadline to Apply

Location

York, ME
United States
Seeking outdoor Education Teacher at the Gazebo School in York who is passionate about being outside in all weather and sharing the joy and wonders of nature with young children. This is a co-teacher position for ten children aged 2.5 to 3 years old.

Summary

The school year position begins September 2, 2025. 

Job description includes planning and executing developmentally appropriate curriculum in the emergent curriculum style; general supervision of children in the indoor and outdoor classrooms; completion of developmental assessments for each child; general classroom maintenance; communication with families and other staff, and adherence to the Rules of Licensing for the State of Maine. 

Much of our curriculum with this age is based on developing self help skills, play skills, and building friendships. Patience, a sense of humor, flexibility, and an enjoyment of the outdoors are qualities that we are looking for.

Requirements include some course work in the field of Child Development, and/or experience in working with young children. Other qualifying qualities are a passion for outdoor education and being outside. Some training in the Gazebo philosophy would be provided.

Hours: 2 full days (likely Wed and Fri) from 8:00-4:30 and 3 half days, from 7:30-12:45.

Compensation Information

Position starts between $18-$20 an hour, depending on education and experience. There is also a monthly stipend available from the State of Maine, amount dependent on your tier level with Maine Roads to Quality