Early Childhood Education Opportunity at Fern Flower Nature School
1 week ago
Fern Flower - Nature School is a small, multi-age childcare center located in a serene natural setting. We provide care and early learning experiences for a maximum of 8 children aged 0 to 5 years.
Salary and BenefitsThe estimated salary for this position is $26-$28 per hour. The job offers flexible work hours, including morning and afternoon shifts, as well as full-time and part-time options. Employees are also entitled to paid time off, including vacation days, personal time, and sick leave.
Job DescriptionWe are seeking a passionate and dynamic Early Childhood Educator (ECE) who thrives in outdoor settings and is committed to fostering holistic child development in a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment. As an ECE at Fern Flower - Nature School, you will create engaging nature-based learning experiences that align with developmental goals and help children build confidence, risk-tacking skills, social skills, and a lifelong appreciation for the natural environment.
Key Responsibilities- Outdoor Education: Facilitate daily outdoor learning experiences, guiding children in nature-based play, exploration, and hands-on activities.
- Curriculum Development: Design and implement an inquiry-based curriculum that emphasizes experiential learning, environmental awareness, and age-appropriate skill development.
- Child Development: Support the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth of each child, using play and exploration as key learning modalities.
- Health & Safety: Ensure a safe outdoor and indoor learning environment, managing risk effectively while allowing for safe exploration.
- Family Engagement: Communicate regularly with parents/guardians about their child's progress, daily experiences, and ways to extend learning at home.
- Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with a small, passionate team, as well as independently when required.
- Early Childhood Education (ECE) certification.
- First Aid Certification.
- Forest School Level 3 certification or willingness to obtain it.
- Experience working with children aged 0 to 5 years in a childcare setting is an asset.
- Ability to work well in both team settings and independently.
- Strong communication skills and a genuine passion for working with young children.
- A supportive, collaborative, and nature-based environment.
- Opportunities for professional development, including Forest School training.
- Flexible work hours with morning and afternoon sessions.
- A small, intimate childcare setting with a maximum of 8 children.
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