Summer Preschool Instructor

The Summer Camp Preschool Instructor is responsible for the implementation of hands-on, nature-connected education at our 54-acre site, adjacent to the Yellowstone River. The Summer Camp Preschool Instructor must be comfortable leading and managing up to 8 preschool-aged campers in the outdoors and helping them connect with the natural world.

Responsibilities

• Develop curriculum and lesson plans appropriate for play-based, emergent-style learning in an outdoor setting.
• Provide quality instruction for camp participants during program days.
• Incorporate concepts of risky play, nature pedagogy, and preschool education standards.
• Safely manage program participants in an outdoor environment.
• Participate in daily, weekly, and seasonal cleaning/maintenance procedures to keep everything in working order. 
• Be willing to work some evenings and weekends, and teach in other program areas as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Self-motivation and flexibility are required. 
• Have the ability to work independently and be organized.
• Having some experience working with children ages 3-5 is required.
• Be able to spend 90% of teaching time outdoors.

How to apply:

Application deadline: Feb. 4th, 2022 (or until position is filled)

Please apply by sending a cover letter and resume to Hannah Finch at: hfinch@mtaudubon.org or call 406-294-5099