Nature Preschool Teacher

Responsibilities

• Provide a physically and emotionally safe environment for young children in both indoor and outdoor settings
• Help support and develop nature-based curriculum that reflects the needs of the children, the standards for early childhood education and the mission of Mass Audubon
• Communicate and work cooperatively with the Nature Preschool Director/Lead Teacher and other education staff
• Work rotating schedules from 7:30am-3:30pm, 8:00am-4:00pm and 10:00am-6:00pm
• Follow protocols established by Boston Nature Center and EEC regulations
• Help maintain the physical environment by contributing to housekeeping tasks as needed
• Spend 4 or more hours daily outdoors with the students during all seasons, except during severe weather conditions, with the ability to navigate varied terrain for both land and water learning opportunities
• Work with the Director/Lead Teacher and other staff to accomplish program goals
• Maintain a schedule as determined by the Preschool Director
• Observe and document children’s learning through the use of notes, photos, newsletters, etc.
• Participate in Parent/Teacher Conferences and attends scheduled community engagement activities.
• Communicate and interact with children, parents and community in a professional manner.
• Attend Professional Development seminars as determined by Preschool Director
• Acknowledge and respect diversity and promote inclusion of all people regardless of ethnic, cultural, linguistic backgrounds, gender identity, sexual orientation, and physical and mental disabilities

Qualifications
At Mass Audubon, our highest priority is finding the best candidate for the job. Research has shown that people of color and women are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in a job description. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our described qualifications or you have a less traditional background. We are looking for applicants with the following qualifications:

Must Haves

• At least 21 years old
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children 3-5 years old
• Experience, willingness, and comfort taking children into nature a high priority
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work cooperatively and independently is required
• Demonstrate ability to promote and respect diversity of ethnic, cultural, linguistic backgrounds and, physical and mental disabilities
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills and commitment to helping others grow in the understanding, relationship, and concern for the environment
• Provide three references upon request

Nice to Haves

• EEC Preschool Teacher certification is preferred but not required
• Willingness to obtain Teacher Certification within 1 year
• Experience in providing natural science instruction to preschool age children is recommended but not required
• Current First Aid/CPR certification or willing to obtain

Apply Here: Recruitment (adp.com)