Nature Preschool Guide

Denver Audubon Nature Preschool is launching this September — and we're hiring a Guide to help lead one of Colorado's first licensed outdoor, nature-based preschools. This is a rare opportunity to spend your days outside at Chatfield State Park, fostering curiosity and wonder in children ages 3–6 through hands-on exploration of meadows, forests, and streams. Small group sizes, a mission-driven team, and a stunning natural setting make this unlike any other early childhood role out there.

Littleton, CO

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate Learning: Design and implement an emergent, nature-based curriculum responsive to children's interests.
• Outdoor Immersion: Spend the majority of the day outdoors in all seasons and weather, modeling a calm and joyful presence.
• Documentation: Observe and record children’s growth through notes and photographs to share with families.
• Collaborative Culture: Participate in a "yes-and" team spirit, meeting each moment with curiosity and humor.

Qualifications

• CDEC Qualified: Must meet (or be willing to meet) Colorado Department of Early Childhood requirements for an Assistant Director in a licensed Outdoor Nature-Based (ONB) program.
• Physical Readiness: Ability to traverse uneven terrain while carrying materials and work in various weather conditions.
• Certifications: Current CPR/First Aid or the ability to obtain it within 90 days.

Why You’ll Love It

You will be part of a pioneering mission-driven team in a stunning daily work environment at Chatfield State Park. This is a uniquely rewarding opportunity to build environmental literacy and resilience in the next generation.

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