Thorne Nature Preschool is seeking someone who has a genuine love for young children, enjoys being in nature, and wants to be part of a collaborative team where they can share and develop their skills as a teacher. Assistant teachers are part the teaching team that supports the growth and well-being of the children in a year-round nature preschool program through daily mentorship and program support.
Principal Responsibilities:
· Support one group of preschool students (up to 10 children) along with the Lead Teacher during the preschool program (9am-1:30pm), 5 days per week (M-F)
· Supervise children in the early care program, 8:30am-9:00am, 2-3 days per week
· Supervise children in the aftercare program, 1:30 pm- 4:30 pm, 2-3 days per week
· Assist in set-up and clean-up of the program supplies, equipment, and facilities
· Assist Preschool Team with the development and implementation of daily practices and routines, as well as seasonal, place-based, emergent curriculum that promotes early childhood development and deep nature connection
· Ensure the indoor and outdoor learning environments are in good condition to support safe, engaging, rich in experience, and positive child development
· Attend weekly Preschool Team meetings and occasional family events on weekends or evenings
Thorne Nature Experience is a non-profit organization committed to building Earth stewardship by connecting youth to nature through joyful, hands-on, place-based environmental education experiences. Founded in 1954, Thorne has a rich history and has reached more than 250,000 children and adults through its Summer Camps, Preschool, In-School Programs, and Field Trip Programs.