Nature-Inspired Preschool Educator (Substitute Pool)

Flora and Fauna Learning Center SPC; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account contribution

Vacation pay after one year

Paid holidays

Job summary

Flora and Fauna Learning Center SPC is seeking candidates to join our substitute teacher pool for early childhood education. The role involves supervising and caring for groups of young children, emphasizing play-based, nature-inspired learning and outdoor activities.

Ideal applicants are healthy, patient, and able to collaborate with a teaching team, while following our curriculum and safety protocols in an on-site setting in Washington state.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children in group settings.
• Belief in Developmentally Appropriate Practice, play-based learning, and experiential education.
• Willingness to spend time outdoors in all weather.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, supervisors, and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain audio/visual supervision for groups of 8–10 children as needed.
• Uphold Health and Safety standards through routine diapering, wellness checks, and environmental cleaning/maintenance.
• Follow Lead Teachers regarding developmentally appropriate practice.
• Support Lead Teachers by covering breaks for lunch, bathroom, etc.
• Follow curriculum when a teacher is absent.
• Communicate needs and updates to the teaching team at monthly meetings.
• Perform substitute teaching as required.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Outdoor enthusiasm

Patience & nurturing

Multitasking

Education

Higher Education in ECE

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Flora and Fauna Learning Center SPC is seeking candidates to join our substitute teacher pool for early childhood education. The role involves supervising and caring for groups of young children, emphasizing play-based, nature-inspired learning and outdoor activities.

Ideal applicants are healthy, patient, and able to collaborate with a teaching team, while following our curriculum and safety protocols in an on-site setting in Washington state.