Job Description
Summary Seeking full-time, Year-Round Nature Assistant for new nature-based child care center in Putnam, CT. This position begins October 2024.
We are expanding our high quality and affordable early childhood education to families living in the Northeast Corner of CT. Our nature-based program is for children ages 6 weeks old - 6 years old. In this role candidates will be working with children 18 months to 33 months of age.
If you are collaborative, innovative, and deeply committed to nature-connected learning, please apply with a cover letter and resume by September 1st 2024. .
Duties ? Minimum of 1 year of assistant teaching experience or a passion for nature based education, the arts and sciences, or related fields
? Teaching groups of children in traditional and non-traditional settings.
? Whole classroom setting experience preferred
? Willing to work outdoors in all types of weather
? Capacity to adjust and respond to new conditions and circumstances
? Work collaboratively with others in the classroom
? Participate in training opportunities as directed by the classroom teacher, curriculum coordinator, or center director
? Perform all duties and responsibilities related to an early childhood classroom
? Assist students with daily living skills required.
? Assist teacher in nature-based programming outdoors across all four seasons in all weather conditions.
? Work directly with teachers and administrators to ensure that programs are delivered at a high level, with a focus on developmentally appropriate activities.
? Ability to be a dynamic team member working in a collaborative education setting.
? Model professional, ethical and safe behavior for staff, volunteers, and program participants.
? When requested, maintain program properties and materials including infrastructure, gear, program materials, and bathroom facilities.
? Attend staff meetings and training's throughout the program year.
? Class mentorship from Teachers and Curriculum Coordinator.
? Communicate with families consistently throughout the program year
? Contribute to program curriculum and student evaluations
Requirements ? Excellent communication skills
? Attention to detail and organizational skills
? Ability to collaborate and work in a team environment
? Demonstrate initiative, curiosity, and ability to ?think outside the box?
? High level of comfort with the outdoors
? Genuine love of children, families and all things in art and nature
? Values an inclusive, holistic and community-driven approach to teaching and learning
? Knowledgeable in terms of child development and best practices
? Capable of walking on uneven, hilly ground, through snow and cold and rainy weather.
? Capable of carrying 40 lbs outdoors.
? Minimum age of 18 years old.
? Must pass a background check conducted through the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood BCIS agency.
? Personal or Professional achievement in environmental education/outdoor education and relevant fields, early childhood education, or professional experience in relevant fields of work.
? Experience or willingness to be trained in: Positive Discipline, Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards (CTELDS), and Health and Safety
? Must have or maintain American Red Cross First Aid and CPR with a focus in pediatrics within six months of hire.
? Must have or obtain oral topical and ineluctable medication certificates within 6 months of hire
? Must have or obtain State of Connecticut Department of Children and Families Mandated Reporter Training
? Must be or become a member of the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood Professional Registry.
? Must have completed or be willing to complete the CT Care 4 Kids course.
Nice To Haves ? Associates degree with a focus in education, family studies or environmental studies
? Member of a nature-based community
? Proficient with the Pro Care app
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Job Tags
Full time, Outdoor,