Preschool Teacher

Become a part of a program that values you as a professional, welcomes you to become a long term member of our community and appreciates work/life balance!

The Preschool Co-Teacher is responsible for the care, supervision and management of a class of children ages 3-5 years old in accord with the nature based educational philosophy of First Roots-Wild Roots. The Co-teacher is responsible for creating a warm and nurturing relationship with each child and family.  Using observation and assessment tools, the Co-Teacher documents each child’s growth and learning in relation to his or her developmental level and Vermont Early Learning Standards to design an age-appropriate curriculum that supports communication, social skills, and autonomy through exploration and play.  The Co-Teacher reports to the Center Director. 

Our Mission: We are a 5 STAR, nature focused early care and education program that views each child as an individual with a unique developmental profile. Through developmentally responsive outdoor programming, we serve children ages 6 weeks to 8 years. Our mission is to Achieve the highest level of professional development, Build a community where families feel connected and respected, and to Cultivate sustainable environmental choices and business practices to support the health and well being of all who work and play here! 

Our Purpose: These are our fundamental reasons for doing what we do. If these resonate with you, come and talk to us!

Collaboration: We believe that our best work is done together with reflection and intention at the core.
Empathy: We believe in putting people first.
Quality: We believe in setting the standard for excellence in early childhood education.
Positive Impact: We believe in building a better world through our work with children as competent meaning-makers with deep associations and experiences in nature.
Sustainability: We believe in creating and developing practices that will sustain our planet, our local environment and our future.

Some of the things we are looking for in you:
Education. B.A.or Associates in Early Childhood or Elementary Education, Ecology, Environmental Humanities, or Environmental Education. You may have a VT State Teaching License with Early Education Endorsement, but we look beyond formal studies for the best candidates who can thrive and get excited teaching within a nature based curriculum. 
Teaching Experience. Minimum 2 years (+) experience developing and implementing developmentally appropriate and meaningful curriculum for children (age 3-5 years) 
Love the outdoors.  We have a great outdoor space and are actively engaged in building a new adventure playscape.  We want this to be your passion too!
Communication Skills. Be skilled in thoughtful and reflective communications with colleagues and seek dialogue that values all perspectives. Interpersonal Skills. Build trust and effectively collaborate with everyone.
Sense of Humor:  Our kids laugh a lot, and you should too!

How to Apply: Please send along a cover note telling us about yourself and your resume to Jackie Loomis, Director of People and Culture Cultivator at jackie@bewilder-vt.com 

Our website: https://www.bewilder-vt.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewilderVT