Substitute Teacher

Overview: 

At Every Child Outdoors (ECO), children spend their days exploring, playing, and learning with nature.  We create environments that encourage curiosity, build community, and nurture care for one another and the earth.  

As a substitute teacher, you will fill in for teachers when they are absent or provide additional support as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Work alongside the Lead Teacher to maintain a safe, welcoming, and joyful learning environment for young children
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet the developmental, cultural, and physical needs of children ages two through seven
• Assist the Lead Teacher to create outdoor and indoor environments that invite exploration, play, and collaboration
• Support children in building relationships, navigating conflict, and participating in the shared life of the community
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children in your care. This includes helping children stay warm and dry in inclement weather, managing risk in an outdoor setting, and addressing separation anxiety
• Assist with daily routines such as transitions, meals, personal care, and nap time
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Experience working with children ages two through five in a play-based and inquiry-driven early education setting
• Engaging and easily able to communicate with children, families, and colleagues 
• Excited to get dirty and laugh a lot while teaching outside in a wide variety of weather conditions
• Comfortable hiking across varied terrain
• Preferred: EEC family childcare license 

Additional Information:

• Hiring is rolling.  Please apply at your earliest convenience.
• Successful reference and background checks are required. 
• Candidates who add to our diverse community are encouraged to apply. 

How to Apply:

Email your resume to Sarah.Besse@every-child-outdoors.org