Job Title

Part Time Preschool Assistant Teacher

Job Summary

We are a small, play-based preschool focused on self-directed play, time outdoors, process art, emergent child-based curriculum, and community. We are a half day program that serves children ages 2.5 – 6 years old. 

We are looking for someone who is fun, passionate about kids and play, creative, enjoys the outdoors, and is well-informed of the benefits of nature and play on child development and the methods to incorporate both. 

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating age appropriate play invitations inspired by the child’s interests
• Engage with and observe children
• Create and maintain a safe, warm, welcoming, and organized/clean classroom environment
• Enforce clear and consistent classroom expectations previously set with children
• Help guide children’s behavior using connection-based discipline
• Work collaboratively with lead teacher and other classroom teachers 
• Able to communicate well verbally and in writing 
• Build collaborative relationships with parents 
• Assist in maintaining communication with families via Brightwheel app

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED
• At least 1 year relevant teaching experience (lead or co-teacher for ages 2-6)
• Interest in and knowledge of the play-based philosophy and nature-based play
• Possess a love for working with children and partnering with families
• Knowledge of age-appropriate behaviors, connection-based discipline, and social-emotional development
• Interest in and physical ability to spend the day outdoors
• Ability to assist in creating play invitations based on children’s interests
• Clear background check
• Positive references
• Physical and TB test
• Ability to work up to 20 hours a week

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience in a play-based environment
• Education and/or training in early childhood education and/or play-based philosophy
• Familiarity with Reggio Emilia practices
• CPR and First Aid Training Certification

Why you’ll love working at Explora

At Explora Discovery School, our mission is to provide a play-based community program that will inspire wonder and exploration, and connection to the natural world and those within it. We are passionate about play, nature, and community and we value…decision making, exploration, curiosity, diversity, the outdoors, creativity, experiments, family, childhood, fresh air, sunlight, and the environment.

We offer:

• Competitive pay starting at $17/hour, based on experience, education, and relevant knowledge.
• Up to 5 days flexible PTO  
• Over 4 weeks of PTO for holidays and vacation days throughout the year.
• A $100 continuing education reimbursement each semester for any personal relevant course, subscription, training, etc. 
• Professional development opportunities
• Paid training
• Flexible and substantial time outdoors
• A collaborative, supportive, and fun work environment!

How to Apply

Please complete the online application, attach your resume, and submit. For any questions, please contact us by email at exploranc@gmail.com.

Job Title

Part Time Preschool Lead Teacher

Job Summary

We are a small, play-based preschool focused on self-directed play, time outdoors, process art, emergent child-based curriculum, and community. We are a half day program that serves children ages 2.5 – 6 years old. 

We are looking for someone who is fun, passionate about kids and play, creative, enjoys the outdoors, and is well-informed of the benefits of nature and play on child development and the methods to incorporate both. 

Responsibilities

• Create age appropriate play invitations inspired by the child’s interests
• Engage with and observe children
• Create and maintain a safe, warm, welcoming, and organized/clean classroom environment
• Develop clear and consistent classroom expectations with children
• Help guide children’s behavior using connection-based discipline
• Work collaboratively with co-teacher and other classroom teachers 
• Able to communicate well verbally and in writing 
• Build collaborative relationships with parents 
• Maintain communication with families via Brightwheel app

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED
• At least 2 years relevant teaching experience (lead or co-teacher for ages 2-6)
• Interest in and knowledge of the play-based philosophy and nature-based play
• Possess a love for working with children and partnering with families
• Knowledge of age-appropriate behaviors, connection-based discipline, and social-emotional development
• Interest in and physical ability to spend the day outdoors
• Knowledge and ability to create informed play invitations based on children’s interests
• Clear background check
• Positive references
• Physical and TB test
• Ability to work up to 25 hours a week

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience in a play-based environment
• Education and/or training in early childhood education and/or play-based philosophy
• Familiarity with Reggio Emilia practices
• CPR and First Aid Training Certification

Why you’ll love working at Explora

At Explora Discovery School, our mission is to provide a play-based community program that will inspire wonder and exploration, and connection to the natural world and those within it. We are passionate about play, nature, and community and we value…decision making, exploration, curiosity, diversity, the outdoors, creativity, experiments, family, childhood, fresh air, sunlight, and the environment.

We offer:

• Competitive pay starting at $21/hour, based on experience, education, and relevant knowledge.
• Paid planning time daily
• Up to 5 days flexible PTO  
• Over 4 weeks of PTO for holidays and vacation days throughout the year.
• A $100 continuing education reimbursement each semester for any personal relevant course, subscription, training, etc. 
• Professional development opportunities
• Paid training
• Flexible and substantial time outdoors
• A collaborative, supportive, and fun work environment!

How to Apply

Please complete the online application, attach your resume, and submit. For any questions, please contact us by email at exploranc@gmail.com.