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Job Posted
September 21, 2026
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Remote
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Contact Name
Hannah Senf
Contact Email
hannah.s@prairiewoodselc.org
Deadline to Apply
Location
United States
Prairie Woods Nature Preschool is hiring a Long-Term Substitute Nature Preschool Director to lead our nature-based preschool during the current Director’s maternity leave from January–May 2027.
The position begins in December 2026 for training and transition. We’re looking for someone warm, dependable, flexible, and collaborative who enjoys balancing leadership and hands-on work with children ages 3–5. The Director will oversee daily preschool operations while remaining actively involved in the classroom and supporting a positive, nature-focused learning environment.
Summary
The details:
-$23-$26/hour (dependent on experience)
-30–35 hours/week
-December 2026–May 2027
-Work with children ages 3–5
-Included in our ratio of up to 15 children
-Help with opening/closing shifts as needed
-Lead and support staff
-Help with scheduling, tuition, timesheets, enrollment, and daily preschool operations
We’d love someone who:
-Has preschool experience (required)
-Has some staff leadership/management experience
-Is comfortable with scheduling, enrollment, tuition, and timesheets
-Has Brightwheel child management experience (preferred)
-Loves being outdoors and spending time with young children
-Is flexible, dependable, positive, and willing to learn!
This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll get to spend your days supporting teachers and parents, playing with kids, exploring outside, and helping our preschool run smoothly.
Interested? Send us your resume and a little bit about why you think you’d be a great fit for this position!
Send Application to Nature Preschool Director Hannah Senf at hannah.s@prairiewoodselc.org. Applications due by November 1, 2026.
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Compensation Information
$23-$26 depending on qualifications and experience