Nature-Based Early Childhood Support Teacher

Acquire4Hire; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Leave

Retirement Plan

Child Care Discount

Professional Development

20 days paid leave annually (sick/pers

An additional 20+ paid program holid

403(b) Retirement Account

Annual bonus

50% off childcare tuition at TICC for

Job summary

Turtle Island Children's Center in Montpelier, VT seeks experienced early educators to support all classrooms from infants to preschoolers. The role emphasizes outdoor-based learning and a safe, nurturing environment, with teamwork across classrooms.

Ideal candidates have training in early childhood education and understand development across birth to age five, with a commitment to professional growth and strong communication with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Training/coursework in early childhood education or related field.
• Basic understanding of developmental needs from birth to six years.
• Ability to work with groups of children and as part of a learning community.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Provide nurturing, safe, healthy environments for children birth to age 5.
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to support a responsive learning environment.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with team members and families.
• Actively supervise and engage with children to keep them safe.

Skills

Early childhood education

Ages birth-5 understanding

Team collaboration

First Aid/CPR

Outdoor education

Education

Education in ECE

Job description

Turtle Island Children's Center in Montpelier, VT seeks experienced early educators to support all classrooms from infants to preschoolers. The role emphasizes outdoor-based learning and a safe, nurturing environment, with teamwork across classrooms.

Ideal candidates have training in early childhood education and understand development across birth to age five, with a commitment to professional growth and strong communication with families and staff.