What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Preschool Teacher position at Acorn Village Forest School?
Acorn Village is hiring for the position of
Assistant Teacher
Work in nature in the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley with children ages 2-7.
We provide on the job training. If you love working with children and being outside, we want to talk to you!
The Ideal Candidate (not required):
Would have training and at least 2 years experience working in early childhood education
Would have knowledge of local flora and fauna
Would have knowledge of the Waldorf educational philosophy
Would be able to play an instrument
Would speak Spanish
Qualifications: Position Requires most of the following:
Some experience working with children between the ages of 2-7 years old
Comfortable being outdoors in all weather
Comfortable interacting with nature including holding insects, sitting on the ground, getting wet and muddy
Willingness to participate in trainings relevant to forest schools
Willingness to increase knowledge of naturalist and native skills
Physical ability to hike up to two miles daily, bend, squat, and lift up to 50 lbs.
Comfortable singing and dancing with a group of children and parents
Willingness to complete CPR and FA training and be fingerprinted
Send Resume to: acornvillageapplicants@gmail.com
Salary : $3,000 - $3,500