Waldorf inspired Forest School Assistant Teacher

Acorn Village Forest School; Santa Ynez (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Acorn Village Forest School in Santa Ynez, California is seeking a candidate for an early childhood education position. The ideal candidate should possess experience working with children aged 2-7, have knowledge of local flora and fauna, and be comfortable in outdoor settings. Candidates should also demonstrate a willingness to participate in relevant trainings and complete CPR and First Aid training. Musical skills and the ability to speak a foreign language are preferred. Apply via email at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Experience working with children aged 2-7 years.
• Comfortable being outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to interact with nature, manage insects, and get wet.
• Willingness to participate in forest school training.
• Physical ability to hike up to two miles daily and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable singing and dancing with children and parents.
• Commitment to complete CPR and First Aid training.

Skills

Early childhood education

Knowledge of local flora and fauna

Waldorf educational philosophy

Musical ability

Foreign language skills

Job description

The Ideal Candidate:

Would have training and experience working in early childhood education

Would have knowledge of local flora and fauna

Would have knowledge of the Waldorf educational philosophy

Would be able to play an instrument

Would speak a foreign language

Qualifications: Position Requires most of the following:

Some experience working with children between the ages of 2-7 years old

Comfortable being outdoors in all weather

Comfortable interacting with nature including holding insects, sitting on the ground, getting wet and muddy

Willingness to participate in trainings relevant to forest schools

Willingness to increase knowledge of naturalist and native skills

Physical ability to hike up to two miles daily, bend, squat, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Comfortable singing and dancing with a group of children and parents

Willingness to complete CPR and FA training

To Apply email [e-mail]