Lead Forest Preschool Teacher

Green Garden is seeking a passionate and dedicated Forest Preschool Lead Teacher to join our team! Our play based and nature focused preschool and child care center is launching a fully outdoors Forest Preschool program in April! We are looking for another early educator who is passionate about nature education to join our Forest Preschool team. As a Forest Preschool Teacher, you will be responsible for creating and implementing engaging outdoor learning experiences for children aged 3-4 years old. This is a half-day position where the entirety of the time is spent outdoors, exploring, playing, and learning amidst nature's wonders. You will utilize natural elements to create experiences intended to inspire a love for the environment and encourage holistic development.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and facilitate developmentally appropriate outdoor play invitations and experiences that align with our nature-based curriculum.
• Lead outdoor exploration sessions, guiding children in discovering and appreciating the natural world.
• Incorporate nature-based learning into all aspects of the preschool day, including playtime, crafts, and lessons.
• Foster a safe and nurturing outdoor environment that encourages curiosity, independence, and respect for nature.
• Provide individualized attention and support to meet the diverse needs and interests of each child.
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to ensure a cohesive and enriching preschool experience.
• Communicate regularly with parents, sharing insights into their child's progress, achievements, and experiences in the outdoor classroom.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children at all times.

Childcare is one of the most underrated and underserved career fields and we want to help bring a change to that statistic! We are passionate about the families that trust us with the care of their kiddos every single day. This trust gives us the opportunity to help our team reach new goals, see their incredible talents and worth, and experience new opportunities they never thought possible.

A Qualified Lead Teacher must have a minimum of a CDA. We offer a starting pay of $15 to $18 an hour dependent on education and experience. Not qualified for a lead teacher position? Apply for an assistant teacher position with a starting pay of $12 to $14 an hour!

The position is Monday through Friday, from 8:30am-1:00pm. Class is in session Mon-Thur from 9am-12pm, and Friday is a planning and documentation day (Friday schedule may be flexible as long as weekly admin duties are completed.) This is a year round position, but will have school and holiday breaks built in. This program will take place at our Macomb campus, conveniently located at 23 Mile and Romeo Plank!

Green Garden is happy to offer the following benefits for part time employees:

• Paid Vacation/Sick days
• Holiday Pay (including a full week off between Christmas and New Year's!)
• Paid Professional Development Opportunities
• Paid Day off for your birthday (CELEBRATE GOOD TIMES!)
• Frequent Staff Appreciation Days

It is our goal to make your experience with Green Garden as AMAZING as possible because we know our teachers deserve it!

Green Garden CDC Values:

• We Care Deeply
• We Are Growth Minded
• We Give Our Whole Heart
• We Put Team First
• We Are Solution Focused

If this sounds like something that would make your career feel like a "get-to" rather than a "got-to" every day, and our pay scale, benefits, and work requirements fit where you are in life, then send us your resume with a great cover letter of why you would be the right member to join this incredible family of ours!

For more information on who we are, check us out at www.greengardencdc.com

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 per week

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Does the salary range of $15 to $18 per hour as a lead teacher, or $12 to $14 per hour as an assistant teacher fit your current goals and needs?
• Do you meet the State of Michigan Childcare Licensing Requirements of being a Lead Teacher?

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Macomb, MI (Preferred)

Work Location: In person