Outdoor Preschool Teacher: Nature-Driven Learning & Play

Flora and Fauna Learning Center SPC; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Flora and Fauna Learning Center SPC is seeking enthusiastic preschool teachers for a September 2026 start. Ideal candidates bring experience with young children in group settings, can provide individualized care while monitoring a group, and excel in classroom management.

The role emphasizes outdoor time in all weather, developmentally appropriate practice, teamwork, and community building. Responsibilities include leading preschool activities, curriculum development, and documenting each

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Maintaining audio/visual supervision of a group of 8-10 children.
• Transitioning children from space to space and activity to activity.
• Curriculum development through Creative Curriculum.
• Tracking each child's developmental goals through Teaching Strategies Gold.
• Maintaining individual child portfolios.
• Maintaining Health and Safety standards through routine cleaning and wellness checks.
• Communicating with a teaching team about needs, wants and hopes at monthly meetings.
• Toilet training as needed.
• Tracking daily activities including diapering and mealtimes in Brightwheel.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Stamina

Education

Early Childhood Degree (CDA or higher)

Enrollment in ECE program

Tools

Google Workspace

Brightwheel

Creative Curriculum

Teaching Strategies Gold

Outdoor Education

Gardening

Job description

Flora and Fauna Learning Center SPC is seeking enthusiastic preschool teachers for a September 2026 start. Ideal candidates bring experience with young children in group settings, can provide individualized care while monitoring a group, and excel in classroom management.

The role emphasizes outdoor time in all weather, developmentally appropriate practice, teamwork, and community building. Responsibilities include leading preschool activities, curriculum development, and documenting each