What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Teacher - Nature Based Forest School position at Fox Hollow Forest School?
Fox Hollow Forest School
www.foxhollowforestschool.com
Application Form: https://forms.gle/yFwgox9X9pLAQuXy7
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About Us
Fox Hollow Forest School opens in September 2023 in Chittenden, Rutland County, Vermont. We are a joyful, full-time, year round, nature based preschool. Our students are outside for most of the day exploring the trails, streams and fields; learning happens under every rock and down every path.
You will be the third member of ourfounding team, joining the Director and Lead Teacher in shaping and forming this 20 capacity, child-led, outdoor, community-based program.
https://www.foxhollowforestschool.com/about
The Assistant Teacher will support Cristy, our Lead Teacher in creating a daily nature-based preschool experience. The Assistant Teacher will join all learning activities and may at times lead or supervise large or small groups of students. The Assistant Teacher will work with the other teachers to meet the needs of all students as we strive to reach our goal of being a high quality, joyful, nature-based school.
Hours:
- 1-5pm, 5 days a week (potential flexibility)
- Opportunity to expand to full time if desired, within the next year
Responsibilities of the Assistant Teacher include
- Support Lead Teacher with activities and instruction
- Maintain records of student progress and needs
- Help keep learning areas and activities safe
- Provide a welcoming, inclusive learning atmosphere for all students
- Support children with special or individual needs
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working as an assistant teacher in a Vermont preschool
- Understanding of the forest school philosophy and programming
- Experience working within nature-based and child-led education and programs
- Training/classes in nature-based, outdoor, or environmental education
- Passion for the outdoors
- Ability to deal with all kinds of weather with a smile
SALARY AND BENEFITS
- $20,000 / year
- Paid vacations, holidays, and inclement weather closings during the school year according to the RNESU Public School Calendar
- 7.5 paid sick/vacation/personal leave (60 hours/year)
- Paid Staff Development
- Regular inservice training with other preschool staff members
- You will be eligible for HealthConnect subsidies on health insurance
Interested candidates can apply by filling out this application form. We look forward to hearing from you! https://forms.gle/yFwgox9X9pLAQuXy7
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Grade levels:
- Pre-Kindergarten
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
School type:
- Private school
Work Location: In person