Outdoor Nature-Based Preschool Teacher

Acquire4Hire LLC; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued leave & paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Direct Primary Care Plan

Wage commensurate with experience

Job summary

Turtle Island Children’s Center in Montpelier, Vermont, is seeking an early childhood educator to support learning through outdoor play and nature-based experiences. The role emphasizes nurturing, safety, and development of children from birth to five, with collaborative planning alongside a dedicated team.

The position starts June 2026, with hours aligned to 7:30-3:30 or 8-4 shifts, and involves documenting progress, communicating with families, and contributing to a responsive classroom

Qualifications

• Flexibility to work as a team member within a learning community.
• Love and respect for children and early childhood education work.
• Willingness to continue professional development in early childhood education.
• Explain understanding of developmental needs from birth to age 6; support social, emotional, and intellectual growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, healthy, and stimulating environment for children aged birth to five.
• Collaborate with colleagues to design and implement responsive curricula.
• Maintain accurate records of children’s progress and observations.
• Establish positive relationships with children, families, and staff; communicate effectively.

Skills

Team collaboration

Observation & documentation

Family communication

Safety supervision

Education

Associate’s degree in early childhood education or related field

Job description

Turtle Island Children’s Center in Montpelier, Vermont, is seeking an early childhood educator to support learning through outdoor play and nature-based experiences. The role emphasizes nurturing, safety, and development of children from birth to five, with collaborative planning alongside a dedicated team.

The position starts June 2026, with hours aligned to 7:30-3:30 or 8-4 shifts, and involves documenting progress, communicating with families, and contributing to a responsive classroom