What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nature Based Lead Teacher At Early Childhood Center position at Tiny Green Trees?
Join Our Mission to Grow Healthy Children Outside!
Love what you do! Make a difference!
Are you ready to inspire and nurture the next generation of explorers? Tiny Green Trees Nature-Based Childcare Center & Forest School in Milwaukee, WI, is looking for a Full-Time or Part Time INFANT & TODDLER Lead Qualified Teacher to join our incredible 32-person team. If you’re passionate about nature, early childhood education, and making a lasting impact on little hearts and minds, we want YOU!
Located in the heart of Milwaukee at 921 N 49th St, next to the beautiful Doyne Park, Tiny Green Trees offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to work in a nurturing, eco-friendly, and outdoor-focused environment. You’ll help guide infants and toddlers through their critical developmental milestones while embracing the natural world as a classroom!
What You’ll Do:
As an Infant & Toddler Lead Teacher, you’ll be a key player in the foundation of young children’s growth. You’ll celebrate their "firsts" with them, and help them prepare for the next steps in their journey, all while creating a safe, joyful, and engaging environment. Whether inside our cozy indoor spaces or exploring our outdoor wonderland, you’ll build relationships with our tiniest learners and watch them thrive!
What We’re Looking For:
A calm, nurturing, and organized individual who is excited to support our children’s development through a nature-based approach. We need someone who is coachable, passionate about early childhood education, and who believes in the power of the outdoors!
At Tiny Green Trees, we value and live by our Core Values, and we’re looking for someone who does too:
- Eco-Friendly: A program rooted in sustainability, where nature is not just a backdrop, but an active part of the learning journey.
- Community Culture: A compassionate, growth-minded environment where teamwork and trust guide us through challenges.
- Leadership: Providing a safe, inclusive, and kind environment that encourages practical life skills, problem-solving, and kindness.
What We Offer:
- A full-time or part-time position in a close-knit, positive team that supports one another every step of the way
- A beautiful nature-based environment where children can grow and thrive
- Opportunities for professional growth and development in a progressive and supportive workplace
Qualifications:
- At least 5 years of experience in a licensed group center
- Lead Teacher Qualified in the Wisconsin Registry (required)
- Ability to pass a background check and fingerprints
- Must be 21 or older to be a Lead Teacher
- A Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)
- Experience working with young children in a preschool or daycare setting
- Strong communication skills, patience, and a love for fostering curiosity in young learners
Ready to make a meaningful impact and grow alongside a team of passionate educators? We can’t wait to hear from you!
Send your resume, cover letter, and three professional references to:
Kellyaubin@gmail.com
Let’s work together to Grow Healthy Children—Outdoors!
