Nature-Based Preschool Assistant (Part-Time)

Flora and Fauna Learning Center SPC; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Health Savings Account

Vacation Pay

Job summary

Flora and Fauna Learning Center SPC in Spokane, WA is seeking a part-time Preschool Teacher to inspire curiosity through nature and play. You will support 8-10 children daily in a developmentally appropriate, outdoor-friendly classroom, collaborating with Lead Teachers to implement a nature‑immersive curriculum.

We value warm, patient teaching, strong teamwork, and dedication to ensuring a safe, nurturing environment where children can explore, discover, and thrive.

Qualifications

• Must be healthy and have the stamina for a full day with children.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with the students, public, supervisors and co-workers.
• The ability to multitask, assess children's needs & prioritize these.
• An up-to-date Merit Account
• Current "Portable Background Check" from WA State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF)
• Proof of Negative TB Testing (per WAC 170-295-1120)
• Current CPR & 1st Aid - certification includes pediatric and adult (per WAC 170-295-1100)
• Bloodborne Pathogens/HIV Training (per WAC 170-295-1110)
• The Department of Children, Youth, and Families' Child Care Basics

Responsibilities

• Maintaining audio/visual supervision of a group of 8-10 children as needed
• Maintaining Health and Safety standards through routine diapering, wellness checks, and environmental cleaning/maintenance
• Taking direction from Lead Teachers regarding developmentally appropriate practice
• Giving Lead Teachers breaks for lunch, bathroom, etc.
• Follow curriculum as directed in the occurrence of teacher absence
• Communicating with a teaching team needs, wants, etc. at monthly meetings
• Substitute Teaching as needed

Job description

Flora and Fauna Learning Center SPC in Spokane, WA is seeking a part-time Preschool Teacher to inspire curiosity through nature and play. You will support 8-10 children daily in a developmentally appropriate, outdoor-friendly classroom, collaborating with Lead Teachers to implement a nature‑immersive curriculum.

We value warm, patient teaching, strong teamwork, and dedication to ensuring a safe, nurturing environment where children can explore, discover, and thrive.