Nature Preschool Substitute Teacher
Full Time
Philadelphia, PA 19128
Posted
Job description
Nature Preschool Substitute Teacher
The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education, a leading environmental education provider for the Philadelphia region, seeks a passionate and energetic early childhood educator to engage our Nature Preschool/Kindergarten children through meaningful and innovative learning experiences in nature. The ideal candidate will have experience teaching in a progressive preschool as well as experience in, and a passion for, using nature as a context for learning. This part-time seasonal position is available immediately and runs through mid-June.
The substitute 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. Substitute teachers should communicate, listen, and work well with others in a team environment. Substitute teachers are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children’s interests and need under the direction of the classroom teachers and the director.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in the implementation of emergent curriculum activities and encourage participation by children
- Interact with children for extended periods
- Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, and availability of classroom materials.
- Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling
- Help ensure smooth transitions throughout the day
- Follow all center policies and state regulations
- Complete the required training and professional development through the course of the school year and attend monthly staff meetings
Expected Competencies
- Minimum of 1-2 years of professional childcare experience.
- Interest in the natural sciences, local flora and fauna, and outdoor-based education.
- High energy.
- Ability to work well with others.
- Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
- Understanding of early childhood development, the different stages of growth, and an awareness of young children’s needs.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Must clear a full background check.
- Must provide current documentation of a health screening and TB test.
Physical Demands/Work Environment
During most of the year, Preschool staff spend the better part of their day outdoors. The employee must be able to:
- Spend multiple hours outdoors in all weather (heat, cold, rain, snow)
- Hike 2-5 miles a day on rough terrain, keeping pace with the children in their care
- Engage in sustained physical activity throughout the day
- Lift to 50 pounds (the size of a small child)
- Be able to hear, see, and guide children at all times
Education, Experience, and Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED, and college credit in early childhood education or related field of study. CDA or 6 hours of ECE credit is preferred.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
Compensation
This entry-level part-time seasonal position is paid hourly commensurate with experience.
To Apply
Submit a cover letter and resume along with contact information to Sarah Watrud, Director of Early Childhood Education, at sarah@schuylkillcenter.org
The Schuylkill Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We value a racially, ethnically, and culturally diverse work community, and we strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
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