Nature Preschool Educator

Kidz Go Eco has a commitment to taking care of staff not just by providing a livable wage, but by creating an atmosphere of support and respect. We believe that teachers are an essential part of a child's development and as such we are committed to honoring them by providing a working environment that reflects the value they have in our community. Our nature school provides a play-based model that is Reggio Inspired and Nature Based. Our nature play areas add so much investigation and exploration for our students!

We hope to not only encourage professional development goals, but also aim to provide opportunities for training and to support staff in following their desired career path.

If you share this passion and appreciate the rewarding feeling that comes from knowing you've made a positive impact on the lives of our children and their families, then we’d love to hear from you!

Job Position Opening

Our team is looking for one part-time eco educator to work 12-15 hours per week.

Preferred:

-- Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

-- 2 years of experiences teaching in a PreK program

-- Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Social Service or related field preferred

Required:

-1 year or more experience working in Pre-K/Pre-School

-CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain

-Passionate about making a difference in the lives of children

-Teamwork, willing to be inclusive for everyone, problem solving and decision makings skills.

-Must be physically able to lift up to 40 lbs and assume low level postures to interact with children appropriately

-High school or equivalent

-Become a member on the Maine Roads to Quality

-Complete Staff Orientation Checklist

-Successfully pass pre-employment background check

-Newly required fingerprint background check to be completed at https://www.identogo.com if you don't have one completed already.

Benefits For Our Educators:

Competitive Pay

Flexible Schedules

Direct Deposit

4 weeks Vacation in December, February, April, and July

Receive 240.00- 540.00 a month for a Bonus Stipend depending level on the MRQT

We help staff achieve CEU's with creative and fun classes & events.

Appreciation, Recognition, and we have FUN at work!

Pay Compensation:

$19.00-23.00hr depending on experience and level of education

Additional Description:

This position requires the ability to work with a small educating team. The teaching assistant is a hard-working, enthusiastic, flexible, and confident teacher and learner for a school which strives to be a region inspired, nature based school that models the benefits of child-led environments. Teaching assistants work withthe lead teachers as a partner to implement an engaging, developmentally-appropriate program to meet social, emotional, cognitive and physical needs of 3-8 year old children drawing on a variety of educational philosophies. Assist the lead teachers with setting up in the morning and throughout the day, daily lessons, the rhythm of the day, help with events and celebrations, outdoor adventures, and clean up throughout the day both inside and outside classrooms.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 12 – 15 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $23