Flexible Early Childhood Substitute Teacher - Nature-Based

Teton Science Schools; Jackson (WY); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 30 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Teton Science Schools in Jackson, WY, invites you to join our early childhood community as a substitute teacher for ages 18 months through 5 years. You will support classroom teams, foster warm, safe environments, and help children engage in outdoor, nature-based learning inspired by Reggio Emilia.

The role offers flexible, part-time scheduling and opportunities to learn from experienced educators while spending meaningful time outdoors with children.

Qualifications

• Warm, patient, dependable, and genuinely enjoys working with young children.
• Flexible and comfortable adapting to different classrooms and situations.
• Curious about early childhood education and interested in nature-based approaches.
• Comfortable spending time outdoors with children.
• A positive, collaborative member of a teaching team.
• Previous experience with young children preferred, but learning eagerness welcomed.

Responsabilités

• Support children ages 18 months–5 years in a nurturing and engaging environment.
• Step into different classrooms and support teachers with daily routines and activities.
• Build positive relationships with children and respond to their individual needs.
• Engage children through play, conversation, creativity, and hands-on exploration.
• Spend time outdoors with children in a variety of weather conditions.
• Support children's independence, curiosity, and connection to the natural world.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Work collaboratively with classroom teachers and the broader school community.
• Pass and complete all WY Department of Family Services licensing background checks and requirements.

Description du poste

Teton Science Schools in Jackson, WY, invites you to join our early childhood community as a substitute teacher for ages 18 months through 5 years. You will support classroom teams, foster warm, safe environments, and help children engage in outdoor, nature-based learning inspired by Reggio Emilia.

The role offers flexible, part-time scheduling and opportunities to learn from experienced educators while spending meaningful time outdoors with children.