Preschool Teacher, Nature-Based Early Childhood Education
Overview
You will lead a classroom of young learners at Afton Nature School, a five-star licensed program in Raleigh, NC, shaping their social and emotional growth through daily outdoor experiences. You will join a small, dedicated team focused on fostering kindness, empathy, and competency in children, with an immediate start. This is a full-time, in-person role requiring availability until 5:40 PM. You will bring proven classroom management skills and a passion for nature-based learning to a program that values active, reliable educators.
What You'll Do6
- 1Facilitate cooperative play and guide child development in the classroom, using nature as a core learning tool.
- 2Design and lead daily outdoor activities that build empathy, kindness, and competency in children.
- 3Maintain a safe, engaging environment that meets state licensing standards and promotes exploration.
- 4Collaborate with parents and staff to support each child's individual growth and classroom success.
- 5Implement daily routines that balance structured learning with free play, adapting to children's needs.
- 6Model respectful communication and problem-solving to build a positive classroom culture.
Requirements5
- 1Current approved state background check
- 2Negative TB test (less than 1 year old)
- 3Current First Aid/CPR certificate or willingness to obtain one
- 4Availability to work full-time until 5:40 PM
- 5Experience in early childhood education or nature-based teaching is a plus
Salary Insight
$40 - $46k per year
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