The Assistant Teacher for this role must be flexible and able to work with all ages 6 weeks through 5 years old in order to work between classrooms or wherever placed by the site Director. A more permanent classroom placement will be considered after a preliminary time period. The Assistant Teacher supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. They must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the assistant teacher observes and documents children's interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Assistant teachers are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director. They must have experience with educating young children outdoors in all weather.

• Promote positive association with playing and learning outdoors in all weather
• Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
• Operate with a deep respect for children at all times
• Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, and availability of classroom materials.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
• Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
• Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to school.
• Follow all center policies and state regulations.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

• Successful completion of High School or equivalent.
• Early Education experience is a plus, not a must, but with a growth mindset to learn and grow within the field.
• Commitment to obtaining a Northern Lights Career Ladder Level One within 9 months.
• High energy and ability to work outdoors in all climates.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• An understanding of child development.
• Excellent organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification. (Can obtain once hired)
• Ability to complete Vermont Orientation Training within 90 days of hire
• Must clear full background check.

We are a school community who loves the outdoors. All applicants must share a love for the outdoors and be prepared to teach and assist outside in all types of New England weather!

• Experience with nature-based early childhood education
• Knowledge of Emergent Curriculum and the Circle of Inquiry
• Knowledge of Reggio Emilia-inspired practices

Possibility to be offered a permanent position at the end of the summer.