Outdoor Preschool Assistant Teacher — Tuition‑Paid College Path

Tender Leaves Preschool; Poulsbo (WA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Full tuition coverage

Textbook allowance

Job summary

Tender Leaves Outdoor Preschool operates in partnership with Kitsap County Parks at Salsbury Point Park in Poulsbo, Washington. We are the only fully licensed outdoor nature-based preschool in Kitsap County.

This paid role runs Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM (35 hours per week) for the 2026–2027 school year, with a wage of $25.00 per hour. Benefits include 6 paid sick days, tuition coverage up to AA-related credentials, and daily mentorship in a nature-based teaching approach.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old with a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Have a cleared WA State portable background check with fingerprinting.
• Have a negative Tuberculosis (TB) test.
• Hold valid Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications and a WA State Food Handler's permit.
• Be registered in the DCYF MERIT professional database.
• Complete the free Outdoor Nature-Based Child Care Basics online training (upon hire).
• Be willing to enroll in a state-funded ECE certificate or AA degree program.
• Be comfortable working outdoors in all Pacific Northwest weather.

Responsibilities

• Assist with morning safety hazard sweeps of Salsbury Point Park.
• Maintain active line-of-sight supervision near trails and beach shorelines.
• Communicate with children at eye level and document daily activities on Brightwheel.
• Guide children through routine outdoor hygiene.
• Collaborate with the Director and Lead Teacher on lesson plans and schedules.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certification

WA Food Handler's Permit

Job description

Tender Leaves Outdoor Preschool operates in partnership with Kitsap County Parks at Salsbury Point Park in Poulsbo, Washington. We are the only fully licensed outdoor nature-based preschool in Kitsap County.

This paid role runs Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM (35 hours per week) for the 2026–2027 school year, with a wage of $25.00 per hour. Benefits include 6 paid sick days, tuition coverage up to AA-related credentials, and daily mentorship in a nature-based teaching approach.