What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Preschool Teacher - Part Time position at Wild Hearts Nature Preschool?
Wild Hearts Nature Preschool is an outdoor and art-based preschool looking for a dedicated part-time Assistant 3's Teacher to join our team! Anticipated hours are 8am to 1pm.
We are an arts-infused school that blends elements of Montessori and Waldorf education, with a strong emphasis on outdoor exploration and messy art projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the lead teacher in creating a safe, supportive, and engaging classroom environment.
- Work with a group of 12 children, supporting their social, emotional, and intellectual growth.
- Spend substantial time outdoors with the children, facilitating nature walks, gardening, and outdoor play.
- Support the children’s art exploration, including organizing and assisting with messy, creative art activities.
- Foster positive, supportive relationships with children, encouraging their development and independence.
- Follow and implement the preschool's educational philosophy, incorporating elements of Montessori and Waldorf methods.
- Collaborate with the lead teacher to plan, organize, and implement daily activities.
- Ensure the classroom is clean, safe, and well-maintained, especially when working with art materials and outdoor activities.
Qualifications:
- Experience working with preschool-aged children (ages 3–6) is required.
- A background in Early Childhood Education or related field is preferred.
- Comfort with spending significant time outdoors, even in all weather conditions, and working on child-led art projects.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a team of teachers and interact positively with children, parents, and colleagues.
- Strong communication skills and a warm, patient demeanor.
- Creativity and flexibility are essential to thrive in our unique, hands-on educational environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 per week (8am - 1pm)
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17